TICKET

a writing in which something is certified or authorized; a certificate or voucher; a warrant, license, permit. —Games Congress Gls (Approved 13.8.92)

a certifying document, especially a captain's or pilot's licence. The man had his ticket; he must have passed his examination. - Study and Intention (18 Aug. 64) a writing in which something is certified or authorized; a certificate or voucher; a warrant, license, permit. (colloquial) a summons to court for a traffic violation.(life boat ticket), a certificate of competency which is issued by the government. A person must successfully complete an examination to receive the certificate.