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How should I enter my passport name for a China train ticket?
Reviewed 2026-07-15 · Conditions and policies can change
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Written & reviewed by China Travel Atlas Editorial Team
China Travel Specialists|Based in Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai|Last updated: 2026-07-15
Direct answer
Use the name shown in the machine-readable passport you will carry, following the character and length rules displayed by the official booking service. Do not substitute a nickname or another passport.
What to know
- ●Check spelling, passport number, nationality and date of birth before payment.
- ●If the system cannot accept the full format, follow the current 12306 instructions rather than guessing.
- ●A material mismatch can prevent identity verification or station entry and may require rebooking.
Primary sources to verify
Use the source below to recheck time-sensitive conditions for your exact passport, route or travel date.