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A small name or document-number mistake can affect ticketing, station checks, or support handling.\u003C/p>\u003Ch2>Use the Passport You Will Carry\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Book with the original passport you will bring to the station. If your passport will be renewed before travel, avoid booking with old details unless support has confirmed the correct handling path.\u003C/p>\u003Ch2>Name Order and Spelling\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Enter family name and given names exactly as printed in the passport. Keep spacing and spelling consistent. Avoid nicknames, shortened names, extra symbols, or local-language translations that do not appear in the passport.\u003C/p>\u003Ch2>Passport Number and Nationality\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Check passport number, nationality, and passenger type before payment. When copying from a photo or scan, watch for characters that look similar, such as O and 0 or I and 1.\u003C/p>\u003Ch2>After Booking\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Review the order confirmation email as soon as it arrives. If any passenger detail looks wrong, contact support through the order email before departure day. Do not wait until you reach the station gate.\u003C/p>\u003Ch2>At the Station\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Bring the same passport used for the booking. Station staff may check identity before security, at ticket gates, or before platform entry. Keep the passport and ticket email easy to access.\u003C/p>\u003Ch2>FAQ\u003C/h2>\u003Ch3>Should I use my passport name exactly?\u003C/h3>\u003Cp>Yes. Use the name as printed in the passport and keep the order and spelling consistent throughout the booking.\u003C/p>\u003Ch3>Can I use a nickname?\u003C/h3>\u003Cp>No. Use the legal passport name, not a nickname or shortened name.\u003C/p>\u003Ch3>What if I entered the wrong passport number?\u003C/h3>\u003Cp>Contact support from the order email as soon as possible. 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