Do I have to use the JR in my name?


Do I have to use the JR in my name? A man with the same name as his father uses “Jr.” after his name as long as his father is alive. His father may use the suffix “Sr.” for “senior.” The son may either drop the suffix after his father's death or, if he prefers, retain it so that he won't be confused with his late father.


Do I need to put JR on my plane ticket?

According to the TSA, a title or suffix is not required when booking a reservation (such as “Mr.”, “Dr.”, “Ms.”, “Jr.”, “Sr.”, “III”, “IV”). Secure Flight Passenger Data: The first, last, and middle name, along with the gender and date of birth is required in the passenger's secured flight data field (DOCS/SFPD) .


Does my passport name have to match my ticket?

The short answer is yes. The name on your passport needs to match your ticket. It must match all your travel documents, including your visa (if required). This is because airlines must verify your identity before allowing you to board the plane, and they do so by checking your passport and other travel documents.


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.