Amadeus EMD Services | Commands, SSR Codes & Examples

Practical reference of Amadeus EMD commands, SSR codes, and real examples for baggage, name correction, UM service, and group deposits.

This Amadeus EMD services reference provides practical commands, SSR codes, and real-world examples for issuing Electronic Miscellaneous Documents (EMD) in Amadeus. EMDs are used to charge passengers for ancillary services — extra baggage, name correction, unaccompanied minor handling, group deposits, and more — separately from the flight ticket.

The examples below cover the most common EMD scenarios that travel agents encounter in daily work, from single-service issuance to reissue exchanges and UM handling. Each table shows the exact Amadeus command to use in the correct order.

📋 Amadeus EMD Command Reference

What Is an EMD in Amadeus?

An EMD (Electronic Miscellaneous Document) in Amadeus is an electronic receipt used to charge a passenger for ancillary services — extra baggage, name corrections, unaccompanied minor handling, lounge access, group deposits, and more. It is issued separately from the flight ticket, and its number is a distinct 13-digit document.

There are two main types of EMD in Amadeus:

• EMD-S (Standalone) — Not linked to a specific flight coupon. Used for services like name corrections or group deposits.
• EMD-A (Associated) — Linked to a specific flight segment. Used for services such as extra baggage on a particular flight.

Essential Commands You Will Use

Every EMD issuance in Amadeus follows a structured sequence. These are the core commands you will use most often:

• SR — Add the ancillary service SSR (e.g., SR BIKE)
• FXG — Price the ancillary service and return the exact amount
• TMI/M — Start an EMD element (M1, M2, M3, M4 depending on level)
• TMI/FP — Set the form of payment
• TMI/FAED — Set the EMD amount
• TMI/CV — Set the coupon value
• TMI/H — Add a description or free-text remark
• TTM/M — Finalize and issue the EMD (generates the 13-digit EMD number)

Common EMD Use Cases

The tables above cover the most frequent scenarios. Here is a quick overview of when each one is used:

• Group deposit EMD — Collecting a 25% deposit (plus YR) from a group booking before ticketing.
• Name correction EMD — Charging a passenger for a legal name correction on an issued ticket.
• Baggage reissue EMD — Adding extra baggage weight after the ticket has been issued, with exchange of the original EMD.
• UM service EMD — Charging the unaccompanied minor handling fee (automatic or manual).
• Ancillary service EMD — Bicycles, pets, golf equipment, and other special items.

Critical Reminders for Agents

A few rules that will save you from costly mistakes and ADMs:

• Always delete the old SSR (XE9) before adding the corrected one during a baggage reissue.
• When pricing with FXG, use FXG/L{segment} if the service is tied to a specific flight segment.
• UMNR pricing is always based on the adult (ADT) fare, never child (CHD).
• Link the EMD to the original ticket with TMI/IC-TKT when issuing a name correction.
• For exchanges, use TMI/EXCH/M followed by the new TQM and the original FO line.
• Always verify the EMD after issuance with TWD or the equivalent display command.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an EMD in Amadeus?
An EMD is an Electronic Miscellaneous Document — a separate receipt used to charge a passenger for ancillary services such as extra baggage, name correction, or UM handling.

What is the difference between EMD-S and EMD-A?
EMD-S (Standalone) is not linked to a flight coupon, while EMD-A (Associated) is tied to a specific flight segment.

What does the FXG command do?
FXG prices an ancillary service in Amadeus and returns the exact amount to be charged for the EMD.

How do I issue an EMD in Amadeus?
Price the service with FXG, then use TMI commands to add the amount, form of payment, and description, and finalize with TTM/M[level].