Lufthansa Airlines Name Change Policy

Most often we book our ticket on Lufthansa and find that we have committed a mistake in spelling of our name. You must understand that, as per TSA guidelines, you should correct your name before boarding a flight. Otherwise, the Lufthansa agent can stop you from boarding the flight. Therefore, Lufthansa name change policy is helping passengers to come out of such circumstances. 

Lufthansa Airlines does not allow name correction in every situation. Therefore, the name change policy helps you understand different circumstances in which Lufthansa allows name correction. So, let us discuss it in detail. 

Terms and Conditions for Name Correction on Lufthansa Ticket

Lufthansa usually does not allow changing name on flight tickets. However, it has started giving flexibility to some extent considering needs of passengers. Before that, you have to follow Lufthansa Airlines name change policy. 

• Lufthansa does not allow transfer of tickets to another passenger. You must book a new ticket depending on the availability. 
• Lufthansa will refund the original ticket based on its fare condition. 
• Similarly, Lufthansa allows only one name change per passenger. 
• However, you may need to pay a name correction fee depending on your ticket condition. 
• You can skip charges when you have reserved a group ticket on Lufthansa. 
• Lufthansa Airlines will ask you to submit supporting documents if you want to correct your name because of marriage, divorce, or legal reasons. The agent will verify the documents and let you proceed further.
• Similarly, Lufthansa does not accept all types of spelling mistakes. Therefore, you can correct a spelling only up to 2 letters in the first, middle or last name. 
• You can correct nickname or inverted name mistakes. 
• Same rules apply whether you make the name correction before ticketing or after ticketing.
• Note: Check Lufthansa official website for its name correction policy. 

How to Change Name on a Lufthansa Ticket?

Want to correct the name on Lufthansa ; however, I do not know how ? Find your answer below. 

Online Method

• Visit Lufthansa Airlines website www.lufthansa.com
• Go to manage booking section
• Then, enter your login details such as booking number and passenger surname. 
• Further, click on booking for which you need a name change.
• Enter your new name correctly.
• Similarly, upload the supporting document as evidence.
• The airline representative will verify the payment.
• Further, make payment for name change if any applicable.
• Lastly, get the updated e-ticket from your email ID. 
• Note: You can also follow the above process on Lufthansa App. 

Offline Method

If you find any difficulty in correcting your name online, you can also contact the Lufthansa representative. Follow the below process to do so.

• Dial Lufthansa name change phone number at 1800 102 5838.
• Then, listen to the IVR process carefully. 
• Choose a prompt related to your concern.
• Further, press the key to talk to a person.
• Request him for name correction on the ticket.
• Provide the agent requested documents
• Lastly, pay the fee if asked. 
• Get the notification for successful changes on your email. 

Available Name Change on Lufthansa

Lufthansa does not allow name changes; however, in some cases, it offers some flexibility. Therefore, go through the below information to learn about the available name correction on Lufthansa.

Spelling Mistake: Lufthansa allows its passengers hassle-free spelling correction upto 2 letters. Beyond that correction, the airline may not allow it or allow for a fee.  

Marriage or Divorce: You may need the correction because of marriage or divorce. Therefore, submit your marriage certificate or divorce statement to prove your reason. Further, the airline may ask for charges. 

Legal Name Changes / New Passport / ID: Lufthansa requires you to correct your name when you make the changes in your name legally. Similarly, you may need to change your Lufthansa Airlines name because a new passport has been issued. Therefore, provide every single detail and the document requested and get your name changed. 

Profile Name Changes: If you want to correct your name on the Lufthansa profile, the airline accepts it with some conditions. Therefore, you can login to your SkyMiles profile and make changes after going through Lufthansa conditions. 
 
Gender Reassignment: It is a common mistake that passengers make. Therefore, you can easily correct it by providing relevant documents for gender proof. For example, you are a female and, by mistake, entered Mr in the title section. Once the airline is satisfied that the person travelling is similar, you can proceed for boarding. 

Do I Need to Submit Any Documents for Name Correction on Lufthansa?

Yes. Lufthansa asks you for some supporting documents depending on the types of correction. Therefore, you may need to submit the following documents. 

Marriage Certificate: You may have got your marriage certificate with a different surname added. Therefore, you have to submit your marriage certificate to the Lufthansa authority. Accordingly the airline will make the changes. 
Divorce Statement: Have you filed a divorce and got the result in your favor.  Therefore, submit the divorce statement and get your name corrected. 

New Passport: You may have a different name on your passport that may require you to make the corrections. Therefore make the possible changes right before the flight departure. 

Legal Document: Lufthansa may ask for a court-approved form for name correction in some circumstances. Therefore, provide it as soon as possible and get your name corrected easily. 

How Much Does Lufthansa Ask for Name Change?

Want to make the necessary name change on Lufthansa, however, confused about the charges? Then, here is your answer. Lufthansa Airlines name change fee depends on various factors such as type of correction, timing of change and ticket type. 

For example, if you book a group trip, then you can make a name change if the airline does not issue the ticket yet. After a ticket is issued, you have to pay a name correction fee of 100 euros per person. 

However,  if you need a Lufthansa name change on a ticket because of marriage, then the airline may not ask for a fee even after the ticket is issued. 

Conclusion

Name correction on Lufthansa will become super easy when you follow the above terms and conditions. Although you should avoid such mistakes in advance; however, if you have committed, check out above Lufthansa Airlines name change rules with attention. Make corrections by visiting the Lufthansa website or mobile app. Lastly, contact Lufthansa Airlines customer service for more help.  

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