How to Change a Name on Qatar Airways

Journeys are meant to be carefree and it can be only done if the flight and airlines you are opting for are giving you many options to tackle different situations. One of them is to change your name or edit it. 

QATAR is maintaining a customer friendly security policy that rejects some requests as it risks other persons’ privacy and security. Any major changes in name are not allowed or need identity proof and no changes will be entertained after you check in.

QATAR airways name change policy and restrictions 

  • Name Change on Qatar Airways only allows minor name correction or changes like Slight Misspelling can be corrected.
  • Omitted parts of your name like your middle name, will be added. 
  • Adding and removing prefixes like Dr. Etc. are allowed up to 3 characters and one time only. 
  • One has to submit some legal proof in cases like marriages, adoptions, divorces etc.
  •  For Australia and New Zealand an amount of AUD 100 or NZD 100 will be applicable.
  • Tickets are totally non-transferable and swapping is prohibited.

These are general guidelines, and additional queries can be resolved by contacting QATAR Airways customer care services.

What are the Steps to change the name in QATAR Airways?

  • Online services-  QATAR Airways officials’ website will guide you step-by-step on the portal. 
  1.  Connecting through Customer services- You can get connected through the customer care number given on the website of customer care of QATAR Airways and can ask them for the changes in name and for further corrections.
  2.  Payable amount – Regions like Australia and New Zealand, there are applicable charges of AUD 100 or NZD 100. in other cases, you need to cancel your existing bookings and then rebook it, the difference between the fare prices will be payable.
  • Airport check-in counter- If you are not able to access the given sources you can take help from the airport check-in counter for such changes. The assistant will give details and will tell the payable amount. 

Frequently asked questions FAQs

Can I change my name on Qatar Airways?

No, complete name change is not allowed, only slight misspelling mistakes and corrections are allowed. In exceptional cases of major changes need valid identity proof.

What are the supported documents that one needs to submit for the change?

Valid identity proofs such as – marriage certificates, divorce decree, adoption papers etc.

Are QATAR Airways tickets transferable?  

No, swapping your ticket on another person’s name or changing your name to another person’s name is strictly prohibited according to QATAR airline policy.

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Are there any cancellation charges to rebook flights or 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 fare 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. The amount will be AUD 100 or NZD 100.