Transferring tickets bought on SeatGeek to another person is a straightforward process. SeatGeek makes it easy to securely transfer tickets you can no longer use to friends, family, or anyone else. Here’s a quick rundown of how to transfer SeatGeek tickets to another person:
Can You Transfer SeatGeek Tickets?
Yes, transferring SeatGeek tickets is allowed in most cases. SeatGeek has a built-in ticket transfer feature that allows you to securely and easily transfer tickets to someone else.
There are just a few things to keep in mind when transferring SeatGeek tickets:
- Transfers are usually only allowed for electronic tickets, not hard tickets shipped to you.
- Some venues/events do not allow ticket transfers.
- There may be limits on how many times a ticket can be transferred.
- There is often a transfer deadline by which tickets must be transferred by.
As long as none of those restrictions apply for your event, you should be able to transfer your SeatGeek tickets.
How to Transfer SeatGeek Tickets
Transferring SeatGeek tickets to another person only takes a few minutes.
Here is the process:
- Log in to your SeatGeek account and find your order for the tickets you want to transfer. You can only transfer tickets from a single order together.
- Open your order and click on “Transfer Tickets.”
- Enter the recipient’s name, email address, and an optional message.
- The recipient will get an email letting them know you are transferring tickets to them. They do not need a SeatGeek account.
- The recipient clicks the link in the email and enters their contact information to accept the transfer.
- Once accepted, the tickets are transferred from your account to the recipient’s SeatGeek account. You will get a confirmation email.
And that’s it! The tickets are now in the recipient’s SeatGeek account and can be managed by them.
SeatGeek Ticket Transfer Fees
SeatGeek does not charge any fees itself for transferring tickets. However, there may be transfer fees charged by the venue or event organizer.
These transfer fees are passed onto the recipient and must be paid before the transfer can be completed. The fees are usually around $5-15 per ticket transferred.
You will see any applicable transfer fees and who is responsible for paying them on the ticket transfer page before confirming the transfer.
SeatGeek Ticket Transfer Deadlines
Most events set a deadline by which tickets must be transferred by. This is usually 1-3 days before the event.
You can only transfer SeatGeek tickets before the set transfer deadline. If you attempt to transfer after the deadline, you will get an error.
Check your event listing for the specific ticket transfer deadline. Make sure to initiate the transfer before that deadline.
Transferring Part of a SeatGeek Order
You can only transfer tickets from a single SeatGeek order together. For example, if you bought 4 tickets in one order, you have to transfer all 4 tickets together.
If you want to transfer just 2 out of 4 tickets in an order, you will have to split your order first. Here’s how:
- Go to your SeatGeek order and click “Split Order.”
- Select which tickets you want in the new order vs. the old order.
- Confirm the split. You will now have 2 separate orders.
- Transfer the tickets from just one of the orders.
Splitting your order allows you to transfer only some of your tickets to another person.
Resending a SeatGeek Transfer Email
If the person you are transferring tickets to doesn’t receive the transfer email from SeatGeek, you can easily resend it.
On the “My Transfers” page in your SeatGeek account, find the pending transfer. Click on “Resend Email.”
This will resend the transfer email to the recipient so they can complete the process on their end.
Cancelling a SeatGeek Ticket Transfer
You can cancel a SeatGeek ticket transfer any time before the recipient accepts it. Here’s how:
- Go to “My Transfers” in your SeatGeek account.
- Find the pending transfer and click “Cancel Transfer.”
- Confirm you want to cancel the transfer.
Once cancelled, the transfer is stopped and the tickets return to your SeatGeek account.
Accepting Transferred SeatGeek Tickets
Accepting transferred SeatGeek tickets is quick and easy as the recipient:
- Click the link in the transfer email from SeatGeek.
- Enter your contact information.
- Enter payment info if there are transfer fees.
- Accept the terms and click “Accept Transfer.”
The tickets now show in your SeatGeek account! You can view, sell, or manage them as needed.
Problems Transferring SeatGeek Tickets
Here are some common problems and solutions when transferring SeatGeek tickets:
Problem | Solution |
---|---|
Transfer error “Past Transfer Deadline” | Initiate the transfer before the deadline. Deadlines can’t be extended. |
Recipient never got transfer email | Resend the transfer email from your SeatGeek account. |
Transfer fee unpaid | Recipient must enter valid payment method and pay any fees to complete transfer. |
Transfer button missing | Some tickets can’t be transferred. Contact event provider. |
Key Takeaways
- SeatGeek has a built-in system to easily and securely transfer tickets.
- Tickets from a single order must be transferred together.
- Recipients don’t need an account but must accept the transfer.
- Initiate transfers before the deadline, which is usually 1-3 days pre-event.
- There may be per ticket transfer fees depending on the event.
So in summary, transferring tickets on SeatGeek just takes a few clicks. As long as there are no restrictions, you can easily send tickets to friends, family, or anyone else if you can no longer attend an event yourself.