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Name Correction
A typo should not ground your trip. Here is how we fix passenger names on issued tickets.
Overview
If the name on your booking was entered incorrectly, a correction may be available depending on airline rules and your ticket conditions. Most airlines allow minor spelling corrections; transferring a ticket to a different person is never permitted. Contact us as soon as you notice an error, since corrections are easier and cheaper the earlier they are requested.
Correction requests
Call or email us with your booking reference. We check the airline's name-change policy for your fare, confirm any charges, and submit the request to the airline. You receive an updated e-ticket once the airline approves it.
What may be required
- Booking reference or ticket number
- Passenger name as entered on the booking
- Correct name exactly as shown on the passport or ID
- A copy of the travel document, if the airline requests it
3. What is usually allowed
- Correcting up to three characters in a first or last name (e.g., "Jon" to "John")
- Swapping first and last names that were entered in the wrong order
- Adding or removing a middle name or hyphen
- Updating a legal name change (marriage, divorce) with supporting documents
- Correcting a title or gender marker
4. What is not allowed
- Transferring the ticket to another traveller
- Changing both first and last name to a completely different person
- Corrections after the first segment has been flown (varies by airline)
5. Timing & fees
Name correction availability depends on airline policy and fare conditions. Some airlines process minor corrections free of charge within 24 hours of booking; others charge a fee or require the ticket to be reissued at the current fare. Any airline fee plus our service fee is quoted to you before we proceed. Corrections typically take 24 to 72 hours, so please allow time before departure.
Support note
We provide assistance and general travel guidance for booking-related requests. Final approval for name corrections is handled by the airline or booking provider responsible for the reservation. We will keep you informed throughout and never charge a fee for a correction that is declined.
Contact for help
For name correction assistance, contact our team by phone or email and keep your booking details ready for quicker service.
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