Can you change your name in Qatar?

No, Qatar Airways does not allow name changes. Their policy regarding name changes for tickets is typically strict. Once a ticket is issued, Qatar Airways name change policy generally does not permit any name changes. However, they may allow small corrections for minor mistakes in the name, like a misspelling, provided it is done within a certain timeframe and usually comes with a fee.

Key Steps for Changing Your Name in Qatar 

The following procedure explains how to modify the name on a Qatar Airways ticket both online and over the phone: Change Passenger Name

The process to change the name online is mentioned below:

• On the home screen of the official Qatar Airways website, select the "Manage Booking" link.

• Enter the passenger's last name and the six-digit booking reference number. And to continue, click the "Continue" option.

• Click the name correction tab after the reservation has been retrieved. Click the name of the traveler whose name has to be corrected. The passenger's first and middle names may be changed by up to three characters in accordance with Qatar Airways' name correction policy.

• Enter the name exactly as it appears on the passport or government-issued photo ID.

• Passengers must pay the name correction charge on the checkout page.

• The Qatar Airways name correction confirmation will be sent to the passenger's registered email address upon completion of the request.  

Dial the Qatar Airways name change hotline and wait to speak with an executive. 

• Please provide the six-digit booking reference or the 13-digit ticket number, enabling the representative to access your booking and take the required actions changes.

• Request that your ticket's name be corrected by the representative. Only three characters of the first, middle, and last names may be changed in accordance with the airline's name change policy. The three characters are a total and should not be interpreted as the three characters for the first and last names, respectively.

• The name correction charge must be paid. The same or a lesser class of service would be used to reissue your ticket. There may be variations in fares.

• The name correction confirmation will be sent to the passenger's registered email address upon completion of the request. 

Supporting Documents (Personal documents )

To request a name change or correction on a Qatar Airways ticket, you typically need to provide the following supporting documents:

• A valid passport or government-issued photo ID

• The original booking confirmation email or ticket information, including the six-digit booking reference number or the 13-digit ticket number.

• If applicable, you may need to provide official documentation supporting the name change, such as a marriage certificate or divorce decree.1 

Conclusion 

Changing your name on a Qatar Airways ticket is largely not permitted, but minor corrections, such as fixing a misspelling, are allowed within specific limits. To make these corrections, you can either use the online "Manage Booking" feature or contact Qatar Airways by phone. Be prepared to provide necessary documents and pay any applicable fees.