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Cancellation Policy

 

 

SKY SARTHI General Cancellation and Refund Policy

 

This policy outlines the overarching terms and conditions for cancellations and refunds across all services booked through SKY SARTHI. By booking any service with us, you acknowledge and agree to these terms. As an online travel agency (OTA), SKY SARTHI acts as an intermediary between you and various third-party service providers (e.g., airlines, hotels, tour operators, bus operators, visa processing centers, railway authorities). Therefore, our cancellation and refund processes are largely governed by the policies of these individual suppliers, in addition to SKY SARTHI's administrative terms.

  • Written Request Required: All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing through our designated customer support channels. This ensures proper documentation and processing.

  • Effective Date of Cancellation: The effective date of cancellation will be the date we receive your complete written request. It's crucial to submit your request as early as possible to maximize potential refunds, as supplier policies are often time-sensitive.

  • Supplier Policies Govern: Refunds, if applicable, are primarily subject to the specific cancellation and refund policies of the respective third-party suppliers. These policies may include cancellation fees, non-refundable components, or varying refund percentages based on the time of cancellation relative to the service date.

  • SKY SARTHI Administrative Charges: In addition to any supplier fees or penalties, SKY SARTHI may apply administrative or service fees for processing cancellations and refunds. These fees cover our operational costs and are generally non-refundable.

 

Flight Cancellation Policy

 

  • Airline Fare Rules Apply: Flight cancellations and refunds are strictly governed by the airline's specific fare rules and conditions applicable to your ticket. Many promotional or economy fares are non-refundable or incur significant cancellation penalties. It's vital to review these rules before booking.

  • SKY SARTHI Service Fees: Any service fees charged by SKY SARTHI at the time of booking are non-refundable.

  • Airline-Initiated Changes: If an airline cancels a flight or makes a significant schedule change, refunds (if applicable) will be processed in accordance with the airline's policy. SKY SARTHI will facilitate this process, but we cannot guarantee full refunds as the final decision rests with the airline.

 

Hotel Cancellation Policy

 

  • Hotel Specific Policies: Hotel cancellation policies vary widely by hotel, room type, and the rate you booked (e.g., refundable vs. non-refundable rates). It's your responsibility to carefully review and understand the specific terms and conditions displayed at the time of booking for each hotel.

  • Late Cancellations/No-Shows: Late cancellations or "no-shows" (failure to check-in as booked) often result in the forfeiture of the entire booking amount, as per the hotel's policy.

 

Tour Package Cancellation Policy

 

  • Supplier & Package Specific Terms: Cancellation terms for tour packages depend on the specific package, the policies of the tour operator/supplier, and the time remaining until the departure date.

  • Cancellation Fees & Refund Calculation: A cancellation fee will typically apply. The refund amount (if any) will be calculated based on expenses incurred by SKY SARTHI and its partners (e.g., non-refundable hotel prepayments, transport bookings, administrative costs, and any supplier penalties).

  • Non-Refundable Components: Certain components of a tour package (e.g., specific event tickets, special permits) may be non-refundable, regardless of the cancellation date.

 

Visa Assistance Cancellation Policy

 

  • Service Fees Non-Refundable: Fees for SKY SARTHI's visa assistance services are generally non-refundable once the application process has commenced (e.g., documents submitted to SKY SARTHI for review, or application forms initiated).

  • Embassy/Consulate Fees Non-Refundable: Visa application fees paid to the respective embassy or consulate are non-refundable by those authorities, regardless of the visa outcome (approval or rejection). SKY SARTHI has no control over these fees or the visa decision.

 

Railway Ticket Cancellation Policy

 

  • Railway Authority Rules: Cancellations and refunds for railway tickets are strictly subject to the rules and regulations of the respective railway authority.

  • Processing Fees: SKY SARTHI may apply a processing fee for facilitating railway ticket cancellations.

 

Bus Ticket Cancellation Policy

 

  • Operator Specific Policies: Bus ticket cancellations and refunds are subject to the specific policies of the individual bus operator, which can vary significantly. These policies often include strict deadlines for cancellation to be eligible for any refund.

  • Time-Sensitive Refunds: Many bus tickets become non-refundable within a few hours or minutes of departure. Partial refunds, if offered by the operator, usually decrease significantly as the departure time approaches.

  • SKY SARTHI Processing Fees: SKY SARTHI may apply a processing fee for facilitating bus ticket cancellations.

  • Non-Transferable/Non-Changeable: Bus tickets are often non-transferable and may have limited or no options for date or time changes, depending on the operator's rules.

 

Refund Processing

 

  • Processing Time: Approved refunds, once received from the respective supplier, will be processed by SKY SARTHI within 7-14 business days from the date of refund approval. This timeframe allows for the necessary communication and processing with various third-party suppliers.

  • Original Method of Payment: Refunds will be issued to the original method of payment used during the booking.

  • Bank/Payment Provider Delays: Please be aware that it may take additional time for the refunded amount to reflect in your account, depending on your bank or payment provider's processing times. SKY SARTHI is not responsible for these external processing delays.

 

Amendments and Changes Policy

 

  • Supplier Policies Apply: Any changes to bookings (e.g., date changes, name corrections) are subject to the policies of the respective suppliers.

  • Fees and Fare Differences: Amendments may incur amendment fees imposed by the supplier, in addition to any fare or rate differences applicable to the new booking. SKY SARTHI may also apply an administrative fee for processing such changes.

 

Force Majeure Policy

 

SKY SARTHI will not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, natural disasters, epidemics, pandemics, government regulations or advisories, civil unrest, strikes, or supplier bankruptcies. In such circumstances, cancellation and refund policies will be subject to the terms provided by the respective suppliers, and SKY SARTHI will act as a facilitator to the best of its abilities, without guaranteeing specific outcomes or refunds.