Can I travel while waiting for name change?
Can I travel while waiting for name change? According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, if you've changed your name due to marriage or divorce, you can travel with a U.S. passport in your old name “provided you bring proof of your name progressions, such as a marriage certificate, a divorce decree or court documents showing a legal name change.”
Can I use my maiden name on flight ticket?
The general rule for travelling during a name change is that the name on your flight ticket must match the name on your passport. For this reason, travellers are encouraged to reserve flight tickets using the same name, gender and birth date that is present on their passport.
Can you change your name on a plane ticket if you get married?
If you have accidentally bought a flight ticket using your maiden name, and then changed your name after marriage, you will need to contact the airline and provide them with the relevant documentation (such as a marriage certificate) as proof of the name change.
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.
Can you travel with your old passport after name change?
Yes, but the passport must have been issued within the last 15 years. In addition, you must have the passport in your possession, it cannot be damaged, you must have been age 16 or older when the passport was issued, and it must have been issued in your current name or you must show legal proof of your name change.
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.
Do airlines allow name changes?
Name changes are allowed only for the entire trip, i.e., you cannot change the outbound or inbound flight only. The passenger name could be changed online up to 2 hours before the outbound flight's scheduled departure time.
What happens if my plane ticket doesn t match my passport name?
If you booked your airfare yourself, you need to verify the information before you pay for it. In the US, you have up to 24 hours to cancel your flight without any cancellation fees. If you do not catch the misspelling of your name as it is on your ID card or passport, you can be denied entry through security.
Can I change my passport name after booking a flight?
Tickets need to match your passport in order to avoid issues with TSA. You may apply for a passport name change when you return from your trip.
Does it matter whose name is on a plane ticket?
As long as your first and last name matches your official ID, you should be ok. Including your middle or second last name on the reservation and ticket is optional. However, since airlines can have different rules, I suggest you do check with your airline to be sure.