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A **name correction** refers to *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345) fixing minor errors made during the booking process These include spelling mistakes, missing or extra letters, incorrect order of first and last names, or minor formatting issues such as missing middle names or titles Airlines allow these corrections because the traveler remains the *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)same person, and the goal is simply to ensure that the name on the ticket exactly matches the passengerβs government-issued identification or passport Matching names are especially important for security checks and international travel, where passenger details are shared with immigration and border control authorities If the name on the ticket does not match the ID, travelers may face problems at check-in or be denied boarding altogether *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)
On the other hand, a **passenger name change** means *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345) replacing the original traveler with someone else, such as giving the ticket to a friend, family member, or colleague In most cases, airlines **do not allow this** Airline tickets are usually non-transferable due to security regulations, fare rules, and anti-fraud policies *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345) Allowing full name changes would make it easier for tickets to be resold or misused, which is why airlines strictly limit this option If the wrong personβs name is on the ticket or the original passenger can no longer travel, the most common solution is to cancel the ticket and book a new one in the correct name Whether a refund or credit is available depends on the fare conditions of the ticket purchased *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)
Timing plays an important role in name corrections *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345) Many airlines offer a **24-hour grace period** after booking during which passengers can correct errors or cancel their ticket without penalty If a mistake is noticed within this window, corrections are often free or very low cost After this period, name corrections may still be allowed, but airlines may charge a fee or require the ticket to be reissued, which can also result in a fare difference Lower-cost or basic economy *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)tickets usually have stricter rules, while flexible or premium fares offer more options Because policies vary, it is always best to review the airlineβs name change policy or contact customer service as soon as an error is found *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)
Airlines may also allow name updates when there is a *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)**legal reason** for the change, such as marriage, divorce, or a court-ordered name change In these cases, the passenger is still the same person, so airlines typically treat the request as a correction rather than a transfer However, travelers are usually required to provide *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)**official documentation**, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or legal name change order These changes are often handled manually by customer service agents, as online systems rarely support legal name updates For international travel, it is especially important that the name on the ticket matches the passport being used *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)
If a ticket was booked through a **travel agency or third-party website**,*+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345) the process can be more complicated In many situations, the agency controls *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345) the reservation, and the airline cannot make changes directly Passengers may need to contact the agency first, which can take additional time and sometimes involve extra fees Acting quickly and keeping copies of booking details and communication can help reduce delays and confusion *+ 1 - ( 877 ) β« (738) β« (0345)
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