Frequently Asked Name Change Questions
We've been specialising in name change since 2008 and have helped thousands of people change names. If you've got any questions about changing names, chances are we've already answered it on this site. Take the time to read through our sections on marriage name change, divorce or separation name change or legal name change. If you're question isn't addressed there it's probably listed below in our FAQ's.
The total cost of changing your name depends on your reason and how far through the process you may already be. First, you need a certificate form the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages. The cost varies depending on what documents you need and what state you live in. Marriage & Divorce/Separation Name ChangeA marriage cer....
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There are a few steps involved in changing your name and it can take a little longer if you are chaning your name legally.
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Name change rights are not automatic if you have a Relationship Certificate from the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages, however with some persistence you may be able to take your partner's surname.
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Am I eligible to change my name in Australia?Certificates of Name Change are issued by the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages (RBDM) in your home state. There is a seperate fee payable directly to RBDM. Whilst the law changes from state to state, generally speaking you are eligible to change your name if you fit into one of the fo....
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Both the personalised and premium kits are custom built for each client. They are delivered by email, plus the premium kit is also sent by mail. The DIY kit is only recommended for clients with fewer than 6 organisations to contact.
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When changing your name with banks, credit providers and financial institutions it is a good idea to include a verified copy of your 100 points of ID with along with a verified copy of your marriage certificate.
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Obtaining verified copies of either a marriage certificate, divorce certificate, 100 points of ID or any other documentation is a simple process.
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We have spent hundreds of hours researching name change. We have called all our listed companies to ask you needs to be provided to update your details. You can really save yourself between 2 and 8 hours of boring administration work.
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Now you have decided what your new married name will be you may have around 30 or so companies to contact. That’s where we come in and help you notify relevant companies of your married name change.
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Whilst it is common for married name change to take place within a few months of a wedding, there is no legal time frame required.
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