British Airways Name Change Policy

You can change the name of a passenger on a British Airways flight according to their name change policy. The policy follows these rules:

 

• • You can’t change the name on a ticket in a way that would result in a different person being the passenger. You can change the name on your ticket if you get married, divorced, or for other reasons. You just need to provide valid documentation.

• • If all the flights on your itinerary are operated by British Airways, you can correct most spelling mistakes in your name for free over the phone.

     

    • • If the taxes, fees, or fuel surcharges have gone up since you booked your ticket, you might need to pay an extra fee.
    • • You might need to show documents to prove your name change.

• • If you need to update or correct your name (or spelling) in the Advance Passenger Information (API), it won’t show up on your e-ticket.

• • You can request to change the name on your British Airways ticket if you booked it directly through their website, call center, or sales office. Just give them a call to make the request.

• • To change or correct the name on a ticket booked through a third party, you need to contact the third party directly.

• • If you need to change the name on a ticket you booked directly through British Airways, like if you accidentally booked it under the wrong name, you can use their 24-hour cooling-off period to make the change. You can cancel your booking within 24 hours of purchase and get a full refund. After that, you can make a new booking with the correct name.

     

    • • You can cancel your British Airways ticket online if you booked it directly through their website.
    • • To contact British Airways, please call them if you made your ticket reservation over the phone.

Exceptions:

 

• • If you book a flight, and it departs within the next 24 hours, this is where it will depart from.

• • That is something you haven’t paid for yet.

• • This refers to packages, hotel bookings, car rentals, and other services, which may have varying terms and conditions. You can contact the BA Customer Support team for help.

• • This refers to services within South Africa that are only operated by Comair.

British Airways Name Change Policy for Executive Club Account Holders

If you changed your name because of marriage or a deed poll, you need to give proof of the name change. If you want to change or update your name, you’ll need to:

 

• • Sign in to your British Airways account.

• • Please complete this form.

• • Please include/provide the following:

     

    • • Your membership number for the Executive Club.
    • • Please provide a document that proves your marriage, name change, or legal decision.
    • • Please provide a copy of the page in your passport that has your name.

British Airways Name Policy for Marriage/Divorce

If you have changed your name due to marriage or divorce, British Airways cannot allow you to travel using a ticket that shows your old name. This is because of security and immigration rules. You must use your passport or valid ID name when booking your ticket.

To change the name on your ticket to match your passport or ID, you need to contact the British Airways office in your area.

 

• • You won’t have to pay any extra fees, except if the taxes, fees, or carrier charges have gone up since you booked your ticket.

• • You need to show valid documents to prove who you are.

Note: You can cancel your British Airways booking within 24 hours and get a full refund. Then, you can make a new booking with the correct name. This is called the 24-hour cooling-off period. You can either do this online through Manage My Booking or by phone.

British Airways Name Change Price and Cost

If you made a typo or spelling mistake in your name, or if you got married or divorced and need to change your name, British Airways won’t charge you for the name change. You might need to pay extra if there are any new taxes, fees, or surcharges that were added after you bought your ticket.

Tips for Avoiding Name Errors

To minimize the chances of name errors on flight tickets, consider the following tips:

• • Double-check: Carefully review all details, especially passenger names, when making flight reservations

• • Consistency: Ensure the name provided during booking matches the identification documents you will be using for travel.

• • Clear Communication: When communicating your name over the phone or in person, articulate each letter clearly to avoid transcription errors.
  • Check-In: You can also face issue during check-in. Always read British Airways Check-In Policy before making reservation with British Airways.

FAQs

Can I Change the Name of a Passenger on My British Airways Flight?

You can change the name of a passenger on a British Airways flight as per their name change policy. You can change your name under certain circumstances according to this policy.

What Are the Requirements for Changing the Name on a British Airways Ticket?

If you got married or divorced or have a valid reason to change your name, British Airways lets you change the name on your ticket. To change your name, you need to give us documents that prove the change you want to make is valid and appropriate.

Can I Correct Spelling Mistakes in My Name on a British Airways Ticket?

If you made a spelling mistake in your name on a British Airways ticket, you can fix it for free. This only works if all the flights you’re taking are with British Airways. You can correct your name on your ticket over the phone to make sure it’s accurate.

Will I Need to Provide Documents to Prove My Name Change for a British Airways Ticket?

If you want to update or correct your name on a British Airways ticket, you will probably need to show some documents that prove your name change. These papers show who you are and that the name change you want is valid.