Qatar Airways has a very flexible yet strict policy if you want to change your passenger name. Only in a few scenarios can you change your name on your boarding pass or tickets.
Any major changes are not allowed or need identity proof and no changes will be entertained after you check in. Charges may apply in a few situations and the difference between the fare price of a new ticket will also need to be paid. For more information read more.
Understanding QATAR airways name change policy -
- Qatar Airways Name Change Policy allows only minor changes.
- Omitted parts of your name will be added. Like your middle name.
- Misspelling can be corrected.
- One can also remove and add their prefixes like Dr. Etc.
- If one has legal reasons to change their name like marriages, adoptions, divorces etc ,they are also entertained but with proof.
- Name change name corrections are allowed up to 3 characters in one time only.
- An amount of AUD 100 or NZD 100 will apply for name correction for Australia and New Zealand regions.
- One cannot transfer their existing ticket on another person's name or swap their existing ticket with another person.
These points are general guidelines, for additional queries you can contact QATAR Airways customer care services for precise information.
Steps to change the name of passenger in QATAR Airways -
1- Contact Customer services- One can get the customer care number from the website of customer care of QATAR Airways and can ask them to change name and to assist them in the process.
2- Access the online service- QATAR Airways has an online portal which will guide you through by following the easy steps to do the necessary changes if possible.
3- Valid proofs- According to Qatar Airways Name Change Policy in some cases one needs to prepare themselves to submit their valid proofs to QATAR Airways like marriage, adoptions, divorces etc.
- Applicable fees- For some regions there are applicable charges like Australia and New Zealand, in other cases you need to cancel your flights and then rebook it, the amount of difference between the fare prices are applicable.
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- Limitations in name changing-
- No changes will be initiated once a person will be checked in.
- Minor changes such as a misspelling, omission, prefixes or nicknames will be changed without any fees and valid proofs.
- Swapping with another new name will not be allowed.
- Partially flown PNR’s.
- Name correction will be allowed only one time.
- Partially written name, correction in middle name or blended name corrections are allowed.
- Transferring your existing flight ticket on another person's name is totally prohibited.
Frequently asked questions FAQs
Can I correct my spelling and change my name on Qatar Airways?
Yes, you can do both but only slide spelling mistakes and corrections are allowed. Major changes need valid identity proof.
What are the supported documents that need to be submitted for the change?
Valid identity proofs, marriage certificates, divorce decree, adoption papers etc.
Can I transfer my ticket on another person's name?
No, Swapping your ticket on another person's name or changing your name to another person's name is strictly prohibited in QATAR airline policy.
Are there any cancellation charges to rebook your flight to change your name on the existing ticket and get a new one?
No, there are no charges for rebooking a new flight, only the difference between the fair prices needed to get paid.
Are all regions covered in this free cancellation in free changing policy?
No, there will be additional charges for Australia and New Zealand regions.
