Why this answer
What actually matters
- State clearly that you do not consent to a voucher.
- Keep screenshots of the choices offered.
- Request repayment to the original method.
- Consider card remedies if a valid refund remains unpaid.
Important nuance
When the statement may have a point
- A passenger can voluntarily accept a properly explained voucher.
- Voluntary cancellation under fare terms may produce only credit.
What you could say
Keep the response tied to the actual rule.
Evidence
What to have beside you
- Booking confirmation, itinerary and passenger details
- Scheduled and actual departure and arrival times
- Cancellation or delay notices and stated reason
- Receipts for necessary and reasonable replacement costs
If they still refuse
Move the dispute forward.
- Identify whether you are claiming a refund, rerouting, care expenses, fixed compensation or a package remedy.
- Put the claim to the airline, organiser or other contracting party with an itemised calculation.
- Use approved ADR, the CAA route, card protection or court action where the particular dispute permits it.
Read the full rules
Go deeper before escalating.
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