Can I use my credit card to pay another person?
Isabella Turner
Updated on January 31, 2026
Yes it is possible to pay another person’s credit card bill. If you have the account number and the credit card issuer’s name/address you can send in a payment. Just make sure you indicate the credit card number and the person’s name on the check.
Can someone else buy my plane ticket?
You can buy a plane ticket for someone else with your credit card. You just need to clearly state whom the ticket is for when you book the flight. Put your name and card information in the billing section and the name of the person you’re buying the ticket for in the traveler section.
How does a credit card work when a person uses it to make a purchase?
When you make purchases with a credit card, you’re not actually spending any of your own money at that moment. Instead, you’re spending the credit card company’s money which you then have to pay back, potentially with interest. Debit cards, on the other hand, are linked to your checking account.
Do I need to bring my credit card to the airport?
You are required to present the credit card used to purchase the ticket during check-in at the airport. Passengers who fail to do so will be denied boarding unless they purchase a full-fare ticket at the airport ticket counter.
Can you pay a bill for someone else?
No, it is not illegal to pay someone else’s bills. However, if you are logging into their bank to pay their bills, I strongly recommend you get written permission to do so and get a Power of Attorney to act on their behalf.
Can I transfer a balance from my husband’s credit card to mine?
Yes, but only some providers let you transfer another person’s balance to a credit card in your name. Only you (the person taking on the balance) can request the transfer. The provider will not allow the other person to make the transfer. Taking on someone else’s credit card debt is a risk.
Can I change passenger name on an airline ticket?
As long as it’s still going to be you traveling, airlines have policies in place to correct any errors.
Why are name changes not allowed on airline tickets?
Airlines are afraid of speculators buying out blocks of flights when they’re cheap and reselling them at a higher price. It’s the same as scalpers for concerts, sporting events, etc. The airlines wanted to ensure that didn’t happen to them, so they made the rule that the names on the tickets can’t be changed.
Can a credit card be used to buy a ticket for someone else?
If you buy the tickets for someone else, you may want to provide those documents for them. Showing a copy instead of the original card might work but some airlines will not accept a copy and will want to see the original card. You should 100% trust anyone you give your credit card information to.
Can you pay a bill with a credit card?
Paying bills with your credit card could be an easy option for you, but it’s important to know whether the biller you’re trying to pay accepts credit card payments. You can find out which companies accept BPAY payments from a credit card quickly and easily.
What happens if I use my credit card to buy a plane ticket?
According to them, “If you used a credit card to purchase a ticket online for another passenger and you will not be traveling with that passenger, then you must complete our credit card verification procedure. If you cannot meet the requirements of our verification procedure, then you may have to buy another ticket.
Is it illegal to use someone else’s debit card?
Most issuers require you to make an effort to avoid unauthorized use of the card, which is the use of your debit or credit card without your permission. However, not all issuers treat the sharing of cards as unauthorized use.