How to fill in first and last names correctly?
People frequently make mistakes when filling in the First Name and Last Name fields because the last name in Chinese names is the first name in English or Malay names.
Everyone must first comprehend the differences between a first name, last name, given name, and family name.
First name, excluding the last name, is the same as given name, also known as first name. Family name and surname have the same meaning as last name. Here are a few illustrations to help you comprehend.
Example 1: TING GUAN YAO
First Name (Given Name): GUAN YAO
Last Name (Family Name): TING
Example 2: TONY CHAN BOON HONG
First Name (Given Name): TONY BOON HONG
Last Name (Family Name): CHAN
Example 3: MOHD RASHID BIN ALI
First Name (Given Name): MOHD RASHID BIN
Last Name (Family Name): ALI
Example 4: GEMA* (single name)
First Name (Given Name): GEMA
Last Name (Family Name): GEMA
* Travelers with a single name should consult the airline for instructions on how to fill out their names.
Although this is the accepted worldwide style of writing, a lot of people still make mistakes, thus airlines are also concerned about this. The order of names is not particularly important to most airlines. They are qualified and may be released as long as all of the names are listed on the ticket.
You will not be allowed to board the aircraft, however, if your name is TING GUAN YAO and your ticket reads TING GUAN YAO TING. However, the airline will accept TING GUAN YAO, GUAN YAO TING, or GUAN TING YAO. Keep in mind that you can board the plane as long as all names—neither more nor less—are included on the ticket.
First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name is the format used by some western airlines. But don’t worry; typically, the middle name is optional, so just enter your first and last name.
