This guide explains how passenger name corrections work on British Airways flight bookings, what kind of updates are allowed, and when a new booking is required.

Name Corrections Allowed

• You can fix spelling mistakes or typos on a ticket to make the name match the passport or ID.

• Minor adjustments like reversing first/last names or adding missing titles/middle names to match official documents are typically permitted.

• If your name has legally changed (for example due to marriage or divorce), you can request an update with proof of the legal change.

What Is Not Allowed

• You cannot transfer a ticket to a completely different person — tickets are non-transferable after the 24-hour booking cancellation period.

• Most major name changes (such as a full first and last name change) are treated as a new booking requirement rather than a simple correction.

Fees & Fare Differences

• Minor corrections like fixing small spelling errors are usually free of charge when handled by customer service.

• If taxes, fees, carrier charges, or fuel surcharges have increased since the original booking, you may need to pay the difference when the ticket is re-issued.

• Legal name changes may incur a small administrative fee in some regions, depending on the ticket type and fare rules.

How to Request a Name Change

• Contact customer support by phone or through the booking service that issued your ticket.

• If the ticket was booked through a third-party agent or travel website, the agent may need to handle the name correction on your behalf.

• Updating Advance Passenger Information (API) alone does not change the name on your e-ticket — you must contact support to update the reservation itself.

Timing & Tips

• Try to request corrections as early as possible before departure to ensure the updated name appears correctly on the boarding pass and travel documents.

• Always check that the ticketed name exactly matches the passport or government ID to avoid issues at check-in or border control.

This summary helps you understand what types of name corrections are allowed on British Airways tickets, possible costs, and how to make the request smoothly.