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Air France has clear policies regarding **name changes on tickets**,+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 but, like most airlines, the rules are nuanced and depend on the type of change, timing, and ticket class. It is important for travelers to understand these rules to avoid issues at the airport or unnecessary fees. Broadly speaking, Air France differentiates between +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 **minor name corrections**, **major or legal name changes**, and **full ticket transfers**, with only the first two being permitted under specific conditions.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
A **minor name correction** refers to adjustments that do not change the +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 identity of the traveler but correct errors on the ticket. Common examples include fixing typographical mistakes, swapping reversed first and last names, or adding or correcting a missing letter. For instance, if the passenger’s name is “Jonh Smith” instead of “John Smith,” Air France will typically +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 allow the correction. These adjustments are often made **at little or no cost**, especially when the request is made shortly after booking. The airline’s primary goal is to ensure that the name on the ticket matches the **government-issued identification** of the traveler, such as a passport or driver’s license, which is essential for both domestic and international travel. Without a matching name, passengers can face delays or even be denied boarding.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
For **major or legal name changes**, such as those resulting from **marriage, +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 divorce, or court-ordered name changes**, Air France allows updates to the ticketed name, but the process requires more documentation.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 Travelers must provide **official proof** of the legal change, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order, before the airline will update the ticket. While minor corrections are often free, major name changes may incur a **fee**, and the passenger may also need to pay any +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 **difference in fare** if ticket prices have increased since the original booking. This ensures that the airline maintains accurate records for ticketing, security, and international travel compliance.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
It is critical to note that Air France, like most airlines, *+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 *does not allow tickets to be transferred to another person**. Tickets are non-transferable and are considered a binding contract between the airline and the individual named on the ticket. Even if someone else is willing to pay the full price, the airline will not allow the ticket to be reassigned.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 If the original passenger is unable to travel, the only option is to **cancel the ticket**. Depending on the fare rules, cancellation may result in a **refund**, **flight credit**, or **voucher** for future travel. However, these credits or vouchers are typically issued to the **original ticket holder** and cannot be used by another person. The new traveler would need to purchase a separate ticket in their own name.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
Timing is also an important factor in the name change process. Air France +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 passengers who identify an error soon after booking can sometimes use the **24-hour risk-free cancellation policy** to correct the name at no cost. This policy allows travelers to cancel and rebook a ticket within 24 hours of purchase if the flight was booked at least seven days before departure. +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 Outside of this window, the airline may charge fees for corrections, particularly for legal name changes or tickets booked in promotional or discounted fare classes.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
Ticket class and fare type influence how flexible Air France+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 is with name changes. **Basic or promotional fares** are usually the most restrictive and may limit or increase the cost of corrections. Standard Economy, Premium Economy, Business, and First Class tickets tend to offer more flexibility, although the same basic rules regarding non-transferability still apply. Passengers are advised to carefully review their fare conditions at the time of booking and contact Air France promptly if a correction or update is needed.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
A **minor name correction** refers to adjustments that do not change the +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 identity of the traveler but correct errors on the ticket. Common examples include fixing typographical mistakes, swapping reversed first and last names, or adding or correcting a missing letter. For instance, if the passenger’s name is “Jonh Smith” instead of “John Smith,” Air France will typically +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 allow the correction. These adjustments are often made **at little or no cost**, especially when the request is made shortly after booking. The airline’s primary goal is to ensure that the name on the ticket matches the **government-issued identification** of the traveler, such as a passport or driver’s license, which is essential for both domestic and international travel. Without a matching name, passengers can face delays or even be denied boarding.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
For **major or legal name changes**, such as those resulting from **marriage, +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 divorce, or court-ordered name changes**, Air France allows updates to the ticketed name, but the process requires more documentation.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 Travelers must provide **official proof** of the legal change, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order, before the airline will update the ticket. While minor corrections are often free, major name changes may incur a **fee**, and the passenger may also need to pay any +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 **difference in fare** if ticket prices have increased since the original booking. This ensures that the airline maintains accurate records for ticketing, security, and international travel compliance.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
It is critical to note that Air France, like most airlines, *+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 *does not allow tickets to be transferred to another person**. Tickets are non-transferable and are considered a binding contract between the airline and the individual named on the ticket. Even if someone else is willing to pay the full price, the airline will not allow the ticket to be reassigned.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 If the original passenger is unable to travel, the only option is to **cancel the ticket**. Depending on the fare rules, cancellation may result in a **refund**, **flight credit**, or **voucher** for future travel. However, these credits or vouchers are typically issued to the **original ticket holder** and cannot be used by another person. The new traveler would need to purchase a separate ticket in their own name.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
Timing is also an important factor in the name change process. Air France +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 passengers who identify an error soon after booking can sometimes use the **24-hour risk-free cancellation policy** to correct the name at no cost. This policy allows travelers to cancel and rebook a ticket within 24 hours of purchase if the flight was booked at least seven days before departure. +1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 Outside of this window, the airline may charge fees for corrections, particularly for legal name changes or tickets booked in promotional or discounted fare classes.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
Ticket class and fare type influence how flexible Air France+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345 is with name changes. **Basic or promotional fares** are usually the most restrictive and may limit or increase the cost of corrections. Standard Economy, Premium Economy, Business, and First Class tickets tend to offer more flexibility, although the same basic rules regarding non-transferability still apply. Passengers are advised to carefully review their fare conditions at the time of booking and contact Air France promptly if a correction or update is needed.+1 © 877 © 738 © 0345
