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What is the Qatar Airways Name Change Policy?

Made a spelling error or had a legal name change after booking your Qatar Airways flight? We will guide you through everything you need to know about the Qatar Airways name change policy, from simple typo corrections to more complex situations, ensuring you can board your flight without any hassle. Qatar Airways permits minor name corrections but generally prohibits complete ticket transfers to another person, except under specific legal circumstances.

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What is Considered a Name Change on Qatar Airways?

What is Considered a Name Change on Qatar Airways?

When you book a flight, the name on your PNR and ticket must exactly match the name on your travel document (passport or other official ID).

Name corrections (minor)

small fixes like spelling mistakes (“Jhon → John”), adding a missing middle name, correcting the order (surname/first name transposed), or changing an initial into a full first name (if initial matches first letter).

Legal name changes

adjustments due to marriage, divorce, adoption, or any official name change, supported by legal documentation (passport, marriage certificate, court order, etc.).

Major name changes/ticket transfers (not allowed)

a complete change of ticket to a completely different person; swapping names between passengers; or the reuse of a ticket for someone else. These are broadly prohibited.

Qatar Airways distinguishes carefully between minor corrections (for the same person), which are often allowed, and full name changes or transfers, which are generally not.

Qatar Airways Name-Change Rules & Requirements

There is a process for changing your name on Qatar Airways that you must follow if you are doing it yourself. In the meantime, you can contact our team to update your name. 

What is Allowed for Name Change?

  • Minor corrections (up to three characters in total across first, middle, and last names), for example, spelling mistakes, omitted letters, and minor typos.
  • Transposed names (if surname and first name swapped) or adding missing parts ( middle names), as long as it is the same person whose identity is supported by a passport/ID.
  • Legal name changes, due to marriage, divorce, adoption, or any officially documented name change (passport update, court order, etc.).
  • Title changes, minor name format tweaks — again, for the same passenger.
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What is Not Allowed?

  • A complete transfer of a ticket from one passenger to another is not permitted; tickets are non-transferable.
  • Changes to itineraries involving interline flights or code-share arrangements (unless via special permitted partners) are often ineligible for name changes or corrections.
  • Modifications on partially flown tickets (if you have already used one segment) — name change/corrections usually not permitted once travel has started.
  • Name changes on tickets created from a frequent flyer/profile account may be restricted.
  • Changes after check-in are generally not permitted unless the passenger and baggage are offloaded; last-minute changes are not permitted.

Documentation & Verification

  • For minor corrections, you will need to provide your passport or travel document with the correct spelling.
  • For legal name changes, the airline will likely request valid supporting documents, such as an updated passport, a marriage certificate, an adoption certificate, or a court order.
  • Once the change is approved, your e-ticket must be reissued; failure to do so may result in cancellation of the booking.
When and How You Can Request a Correction or Change?

When and How You Can Request a Correction or Change?

  • Name entry during PNR creation should exactly match what appears on your travel document to reduce the risk of issues later.
  • If you spot a typo or mistake soon after booking, request correction as early as possible. Minor corrections are often accepted.
  • Qatar Airways does not permit speculative bookings (bookings made under the wrong name, with the intention to change later); this is considered misuse of the reservation system.
  • For a legal name change (marriage, adoption, etc.), contact the airline (or your travel agency) with the required documentation, and they may process the change in accordance with their policies.
  • If your booking includes codeshare or interline flights, or partially used tickets, you may not be eligible for changes; you may need to cancel and rebook.

Why Does Qatar Airways Have Strict Name-Change Rules?

For these reasons, Qatar Airways maintains a strict process that allows only limited corrections or legally documented changes.

  • Security and regulatory compliance — airlines and immigration authorities require that your names match your official IDs. Moreover, allowing open ticket transfers or major changes would undermine identity verification.
  • Prevent misuse and speculative bookings — if you book with fake or placeholder names expecting to change later, it blocks legitimate travelers from securing seats.
  • System limitations — name elements in tickets often impose character limits, restrictions on initials, surname formatting, etc., which complicate significant changes.
  • Interline / codeshare / multi-carrier complications — when journeys involve multiple airlines, ticketing and data flow become more complex; a name change may jeopardize coordination.

What to Do if You Need to Change Your Name?

  • Check your travel document — ensure the name you request matches exactly as on your passport / national ID.
  • Contact the booking agent or airline ASAP — especially if you spot mistakes early. Prompt action improves chances.
  • Have supporting documents ready — especially for legal name changes: updated passport, marriage certificate, adoption papers, court order, etc.
  • Request reissuance of the e-ticket — name corrections/changes must be followed by a reissued ticket; otherwise, the airlines may consider the old ticket invalid.
  • If change is denied, your only recourse is often to cancel the existing booking and make a new reservation under the correct name.

How Much is the Name Change Fee on Qatar Airways?

  • Minor spelling mistakes, typos up to three characters are usually accepted free of charge.
  • Name changes are not permitted online; you must contact Qatar’s Contact Centre (or your travel agent, if you booked through one) to request the change. 

Name change type 

Name change fee

Minor corrections 

Free 

Legal or major changes 

$100-150

Tips to Avoid Name-Change Problems on Qatar Airways

  • Always book under the exact name on your passport (including middle names and exact spelling).
  • Avoid using nicknames, initials, or modified names when booking—these often cause issues later.
  • Double-check names before ticketing — once the ticket is issued, corrections become harder.
  • If you anticipate a legal name change (post-marriage), wait until your passport / ID is updated and then book.
  • If using a travel agency or third-party booking site, ensure the name is entered accurately; agents may have limited ability to change it later.

How Our Service Simplifies Name Changes?

  • Verify your eligibility for changes.  
  • We prepare the required documentation.  
  • We handle airline communications on your behalf  
  • Thus, ensures timely processing before deadlines
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You can change, but only in limited cases. Minor corrections are possible. Legal name changes can also be processed, if supported by official documents. A complete transfer of the ticket to another person is not permitted.

You may request a name correction, but changes are subject to strict rules. The corrected name must match your passport, and the e-ticket must be reissued. For major name changes, you need to cancel and rebook.

Qatar Airways does not charge for minor corrections, while legal name changes may involve administrative fare difference or reissuance charges. Always check with your booking agent or airline.

Name changes or corrections are usually more restricted for such bookings; some are ineligible. If you booked through a third-party airline’s code-share with Qatar, you may have limited or no ability to change names.

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Name change policies are subject to change by Qatar Airways. The information provided is for guidance only. Always verify the latest policy directly with Qatar Airways or the relevant authorities.CheapFlyFinder is not affiliated with Qatar Airways.

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