Booking a flight with Cathay Pacific is usually straightforward, but even a minor mistake in the name can disrupt your travel plans. Ensuring your ticket matches your identification is crucial, as errors can lead to boarding issues or denied travel. Fortunately, Cathay Pacific allows passengers to correct certain name errors under their Name Amendment Policy. Here's everything you need to know to avoid common mistakes.
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Cathay Pacific permits minor name corrections that align with the passenger’s official identification. Acceptable corrections include:
Spelling Errors: Fixing typos in the first, middle, or last name.
Name Reversal: Correcting the order of the first and last name.
Title Changes: Adjusting incorrect titles (Mr./Ms.).
Middle Name Additions/Removals: Adding or deleting middle names to match passports.
Legal Name Changes: Amendments due to marriage, divorce, or adoption (documentation required).
Ticket Transfers: Tickets cannot be transferred to another person.
Substantial Name Changes: Significant alterations not supported by legal documents may require ticket cancellation and rebooking.
Contact Cathay Pacific’s Reservations Office or the travel agency where the ticket was purchased.
Request a Special Service Request (SSR) for the name correction.
Upon approval, the ticket will be reissued. No fare difference applies, but reissuance fees may be charged.
Double-check your name during booking.
Address errors immediately to avoid last-minute stress and fees.
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