You cannot transfer a ticket directly from Apple Wallet to another person's phone
Apple Wallet does not have a built-in feature to send tickets to another Apple Wallet user. Once a ticket is added to your Wallet, it stays tied to your Apple ID and device. If you need someone else to have the ticket, you have to remove it from Wallet first, then send it through a different method — usually email or a ticketing app's own sharing feature.
The reason is security. Wallet tickets are encrypted and linked to your device to prevent fraud and unauthorized transfers. A ticket that could be freely forwarded would be much easier to duplicate or resell illegally.
Key Takeaways
- Apple Wallet has no direct transfer or sharing button for tickets — the ticket remains locked to your Apple ID.
- To give a ticket to someone else, you must first remove it from Wallet and send it through the original ticketing service or email.
- Most ticketing apps (Ticketmaster, Eventbrite, StubHub) have their own transfer or sharing tools that work better than trying to move the Wallet version.
- If you added the ticket to Wallet from an email confirmation, you can forward that email to the other person and they can add it to their own Wallet.
- Some venues and events do not allow ticket transfers at all, so check the event terms before you try to give your ticket away.
Remove the ticket from Wallet and use the ticketing app instead
The fastest way to transfer a ticket is to go back to the service that issued it. If you bought through Ticketmaster, Eventbrite, StubHub, or another ticketing platform, that app or website has a transfer or sharing option built in. Log into your account on that service, find the ticket, and look for a "Transfer," "Share," or "Give" button.
You do not have to delete the Wallet version first — you can keep it on your phone while the other person receives their own copy through the app. The ticketing service will handle the security and make sure only one valid ticket is used at the gate. This is the method most venues expect and support.
Forward the original email confirmation if you have it
If you received the ticket as an email confirmation from the venue or ticketing service, you can simply forward that email to the other person. They can open the email on their phone and add the ticket to their own Apple Wallet by tapping the ticket attachment or a link in the message.
This works because the email contains the actual ticket data, not just a copy. When the other person adds it to their Wallet, they get their own encrypted version. However, this method only works if the original email is still in your inbox — if you deleted it, you will need to contact the ticketing service to request a resend.
Check whether the event allows transfers at all
Before you try to give away your ticket, look at the event page or your ticket confirmation for transfer restrictions. Some venues and artists prohibit transfers entirely, or only allow them within a certain window before the event. Others require the transfer to happen through their official app or website only.
If transfers are not allowed, attempting to give your ticket to someone else could result in both tickets being cancelled when the venue scans them. Always read the fine print on your confirmation email or the event's terms and conditions.
Contact the ticketing service if you cannot find a transfer option
If the ticketing app does not have an obvious transfer button, or if you bought the ticket directly from the venue's website and cannot find a way to share it, contact their customer service. Most services can manually transfer a ticket to another person's email address or account, though it may take a few business days.
Have your confirmation number and the other person's email address ready. The service will usually send them a new confirmation email with the ticket, which they can then add to their own Wallet.
What happens if you delete the ticket from Wallet
Deleting a ticket from Apple Wallet does not delete the ticket itself — it only removes it from your phone. The ticket remains active in your account on the ticketing service's website or app. You can add it back to Wallet anytime by opening the ticketing app and tapping the Wallet icon again, or by opening the confirmation email.
Deleting from Wallet is safe and does not affect your ability to transfer the ticket or use it later. It is just a way to clean up your Wallet if you no longer want to see it on your phone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I AirDrop a ticket from Apple Wallet to someone nearby?
No. Apple Wallet does not support AirDrop for tickets. Even if you could send the Wallet file, the other person would not be able to use it because it is encrypted to your Apple ID. Use the ticketing app's transfer feature or forward the confirmation email instead.
What if the person I want to give the ticket to does not have an Apple device?
Forward them the original confirmation email, or use the ticketing app's transfer feature to send it to their email address. They can open the email on any device and either add the ticket to their phone's wallet app (if their phone supports it) or show the email confirmation at the gate.
Can I sell my ticket through Apple Wallet?
No. Apple Wallet has no resale or marketplace feature. To sell a ticket, use the ticketing app's resale platform (Ticketmaster has Ticketmaster Resale, for example) or a secondary marketplace like StubHub or Vivid Seats, depending on what the event allows.
If I transfer my ticket, can I still use the one in my Wallet?
No. Once you transfer a ticket through the official ticketing service, your copy becomes invalid. Only one version of the ticket can be used at the event. If you delete it from Wallet before transferring, you will not be able to use it.
How long does it take to transfer a ticket?
If you use the ticketing app's transfer feature, it usually happens instantly or within a few minutes. If you contact customer service to transfer manually, it can take one to three business days. Plan ahead if the event is coming up soon.