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Qatar Airways does allow certain name corrections, but the rules depend on the type of
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Even when the airline allows a correction, passengers should expect a fee in some cases.
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Passengers who booked through travel agencies must request the change through the same
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These rules are designed not to inconvenience passengers, but to maintain accuracy across
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