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Religious or government certificates are both accepted when changing names. We explain how order your marriage certificate and request extra copies.

There's different forms to use depending when your passport was issued. Follow the links to download the form you need.

Here's how to change your name with the Social Security Administration once married. Download and file the SSA name change form as part of any kit.

All you need is your marriage certificate. Some places must be updated in person, we provide paperwork and procedures for all the others.

Having a court issued name change order is the simplest way to change names. It's still possible to change names without this but the process can be tricky.

Make sure you ask for an order to restore your former name as part of your divorce proceedings then start changing names everywhere. Update SSA first, then the DMV, then everywhere else.

Unlike marriage name change reverting to your former name without being divorced can be complicated.

If you’ve decided to file a legal name change application with the court we’ve got some information to help you along the way.

Legal name change orders are managed at a state level. Turnaround times and filing fees vary significantly.

You can be known by any name, but to get identification and records changed you need a court order.

Voter records are centralized, so you can change at either state or national level. We’ll provide your state’s form and procedures.

There’s a number of different forms, so be sure to complete the correct one based on your name change situation.

IRS don’t need to be notified of name changes as records are pulled from the SSA. However there are some other considerations.

It’s simple to change your name on Facebook and should only take a few minutes. Follow these steps.