Can I travel if my passport doesn't match my ID?


Can I travel if my passport doesn't match my ID? Will I be able to travel overseas if the names don't match exactly? Answer: It depends. As long as the name on your passport and ticket match, there should be no problem. The only document you have to present when passing through customs is a valid passport.


Can I go on honeymoon with passport in maiden name?

No problema -- but plan accordingly. You have to book your airline tickets and secure your passport before your honeymoon, and the name on both must match, so book your ticket and apply for your passport under your maiden name.


How much does it cost to change a name on a plane ticket?

The cost of changing the name on your flight ticket will depend entirely on the airline. Some airlines allow one free correction per ticket. Others will charge a “correction fee” or a “change fee” that can range from $50 to $200.


Does name on boarding pass have to match exactly?

Yes. The name submitted on your airline reservation must be an exact match to the name you provided on your application. If you use a frequent flyer account or online travel profile, ensure that your name is properly saved.


What if my middle name is on my passport but not my ticket?

Not having your middle name on the ticket is not a deal breaker. – provided that the information you have provided regarding your passport is exactly the same one as the information printed in your passport.


Can I travel with a mistake on my passport?

There is no guarantee that you can travel with a misspelled name on passport as some airlines may not accept you onboard. You can play it safe by carrying an extra ID to prove your identity.


What can flag your passport?

Why were you flagged?
  • Booking a one-way ticket.
  • Paying for a ticket with cash.
  • Making flight reservations on short notice.
  • Recent travel to certain countries.
  • Holding a passport from a country that the U.S. does not have a good relationship with.


Can I travel with my passport if my name has changed?

Citizens: United States Citizens who change their name due to marriage, divorce, or because of any other circumstance may travel using your United States passport or other Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative approved document in your prior name provided you bring proof of your name progression such as; a marriage ...


Does name on airline ticket have to match ID exactly?

Does your plane ticket have to match your ID exactly? You cannot travel under a different name. Under the TSA's rules, the name on your boarding pass must match your government-issued ID. However, if you're missing your middle name on your boarding pass, it shouldn't be an issue.


Do airlines scan your ID?

At a rapidly expanding number of airports, the TSA staff is using the Credential Authentication Technology system to scan your driver's license or other government identification.


How do airlines check ID?

The TSA officer may ask you to complete an identity verification process which includes collecting information such as your name, current address, and other personal information to confirm your identity. If your identity is confirmed, you will be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint.