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Name Policy
A name mismatch on a American Airlines ticket — even a single letter — can result in denied boarding at the gate. TSA name matching requirements mean the name on your ticket must exactly match your government-issued ID. Here's everything you need to know about fixing it.
American Airlines allows minor name corrections (up to 3 characters) within 24 hours of booking at no charge. After that, fees of $25–$200 apply depending on the correction type. Legal name changes require documentation.
If you've recently changed your name due to marriage, divorce, or a court order, American Airlines requires official documentation. The process varies by route type (domestic vs. international) and how close to departure you are. Acting early dramatically improves the outcome.
American Airlines becomes increasingly less flexible as departure approaches. Same-day corrections at the airport are possible but far more stressful and uncertain than corrections made days in advance.
You'll need your American Airlines booking reference, the name as it appears on the ticket, and the correct name as it appears on your government-issued photo ID.
A minor typo fix and a full legal name change are very different requests with very different American Airlines processes, fees, and timelines. Know which applies to you before you call.
Always get your updated American Airlines itinerary emailed to you after any name correction. Verify the new name matches your ID exactly before heading to the airport.
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Common Questions
American Airlines allows minor name corrections (up to 3 characters) within 24 hours of booking at no charge. The cost depends on when you request the correction and how significant the change is.
TSA name matching requirements mean the name on your American Airlines ticket should match your government-issued ID. Minor typos are sometimes overlooked but are never guaranteed. Fix the name before your flight to avoid any risk of being denied boarding.
No — American Airlines does not allow ticket transfers to another person. The name on the ticket must match the traveler using it. Name corrections must result in the same person's name, not a different individual.
Minor corrections are often processed immediately when handled through the right channel. Legal name changes may take 24–72 hours and require documentation. Acting as far from your departure date as possible gives the most time to resolve any complications.
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