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Easy Name Change Kit
  MARRIAGE  
  DIVORCE 
  LEGAL NAME CHANGE
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Get easy to follow instructions with ready to send name change notifications! You'll save weeks getting your name updated with all the necessary organizations!
- Social Security
- CA Passport
- Driver's license
- CRA
- Elections Canada
- Canadian Revenue
- Banks & credit cards
- Professional memberships
- Insurance
- Loyalty, rewards & more!
Established in 2008, we’ve helped over 1 million people worldwide change names
SIMPLE PROCESS
How it works
CHOOSE KIT
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COMPLETE FORMS
Select companies to notify
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Attach proof listed
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PRINT AT HOME KIT
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Priority printed and posted to your door
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Handy folder & all envelopes
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Ready to send forms & letters
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Ready to forward emails
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Personalized checklist & guide
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Instant download
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Money back guarantee
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NAME CHANGE INFORMATION
Why are you changing names?
Married Name Change
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Married Name Change
Congratulations! You can start using and signing your married name straight away! Get your records and accounts updated when you have your wedding certificate, which is usually available to order about 2 weeks later. Discover what married names you can take and what which companies to notify first. Not ready to change names yet? Use our reminder service.
All you need is your marriage certificate. Some places must be updated in person, some need you to send a request in writing. We explain what to send where!Â
No matter where you were married, start by applying to your provincial authorities. Check our guide for married name change in your province!
It’s not always as black and white as your surname or your spouse’s surname. You have a few more options. The same name change options are available to either spouse.Â
Religious vs government marriage certificate? You may need to order your official certificate from Vital Statistics as not all organizations accept a religious certificate.
Order your wedding certificate 1 to 2 weeks after the wedding, which allows time for the person who conducted the ceremony to file the completed wedding licence with your province Vital Statistics office. BC newlyweds automatically receive their wedding certificates. See our provincial guides to order your certificate.
You’ve lived with this name your entire life and not ready to let go yet! You’ve got clients, friends and a reputation with this name. Is it OK to keep your former name in some places and use your married name in others?Â
There’s no credit provided for time remaining in your passport. Ensure all pending travel is completed, even if it means your passport is updated months after all your other records.Â
Foreign-issued marriage certificates are accepted if issued by a government authority. They must be in English or French or else have a translation.
Want to do your own name change research and paperwork? Create your beautiful & personalized married name change checklist with each company separately listed. We have companies you haven’t even thought about!
Access our FREE custom married name change checklist here!
Divorce & Revert to Former Name
Ready to ditch that name? We’re here to help! There’s no special registration of your new name – just start using it! We help get all your accounts and records updated FAST! Choose from over 750 Canadian organizations. Where one of our notifications say to include a copy of your ‘certificate’, we mean your divorce certificate (if already divorced) or otherwise provide your marriage and birth certificates. You can reorder these for a small fee if necessary.
If you’re divorced then you’ll already have all the documents needed! Slightly documents are needed if not already divorced. Each company has a different process, but we’ll help get your paperwork sorted in just minutes.
You don’t need to be divorced or separated to go back to your former name! If your preferred name is printed on your Canadian birth or citizenship certificate then simply send our notifications and include the proof documents listed.
The most popular choice is to return to your birth name, but this may not feel right for you! There are more options if you have been married more than once or you may want an entirely different name!
If you were born in Ontario you may have elected to update your birth certificate following marriage, so there may be an extra step in reclaiming your name. Check our guide for Ontario divorce and separation name change.
Each province can be a little different, so check our dedicated guide. You’ll need to get your MSP updated before your driver’s licence. Read our dedicated divorce and separation guide for BC.
Got a spare 8 hours to wait on hold, look for forms and write letters? Let us help you with our FREE name change checklist! Browse our database and choose the exact companies from our database of hundreds, conveniently broken into 16 categories like government, utilities, insurance, banking and more.
Legal Name Change
Changing names for any other reason? You’ll need to apply to Vital Statistics in your province of residence for a legal name change. Get the application form directly from the Vital Stats website, or request the form is included in your kit. Once the legal name change certificate is issued it’s your responsibility to update all accounts, identification and memberships. Save 8 hours of mindless research and paperwork with our ready to send name change forms!
You can be known by any name you want, but to get identification and records changed you need a legal name change certificate. Fees and turnaround times vary between provinces. Once you have applied for your legal name change, use our service to update your name everywhere!
The total cost varies depending on your province’s fee structure and requirements, like fingerprinting and publication. Expect to pay for a new passport. Companies won’t charge to update your name unless a new credential is issued. Â
If you’re legally entitled to permanently reside in Canada or a new citizen you can apply for a legal name change. There are special considerations for your name abroad, so read our dedicated information on name change for new and non-citizens.
The defined age of a child and rules differ slightly by province. All parties with parental responsibility need to agree to the change. Easy Name Change kits are not suitable for children as they have few organizations to notify following a name change.Â
Once the legal name change is approved it’s your responsibility to get all your accounts, identification and memberships updated. No records are linked, so use our kit. Otherwise, it’s a massive undertaking to contact each organization directly and prepare your forms!
How do I update my accounts and records after a legal name change?
Forms and fees, fingerprinting and background checks are different for each province. Get our essential guide for legal name change in your province, plus access to the right forms.
So your legal name change has been granted and now you’re ready to update all your companies. Don’t want to buy a kit? We can still help – browse our extensive database and check off which companies you need. We’ll email your FREE legal name change personalized checklist!
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Do you have a tricky history of name changes? Maybe you were born overseas or live between 2 countries? Short on proof? We are the experts and have the answers! You can also access our FREE personalized name change checklist so you can do it yourself, and at the same time get an idea of how much time we could save you!
There are 2 parts to changing names. First, get a proof document, like your marriage, divorce or legal name change certificate. Next, send out your Easy Name Change notifications or set aside an extra 8 hours to do this yourself.
There are a number of different ways to update the name linked to your SIN. Follow our instructions to change names online, by mail or in person. Most people choose online so you don’t have to mail original identity documents. Â
No matter where you live, you must visit your provincial licence-issuing centre to get your licence reissued in your new name. BC drivers must have their MSP updated first. Â
Canadians residing abroad may find they can get most records updated but will likely have a few places that can’t be changed until returning to Canada. Your success depends on the policy of each organization where you hold an account, record or membership. Â
Most provincial health cards have a special form to be mailed in, which we provide. Updated health cards can be used as proof when changing your Canadian passport.Â
Provincial health card name change
See provincial guides: Ontario health card   BC health card
Anyone with the right to permanently reside in Canada can change names from marriage, divorce or legally. We explain some considerations for your name abroad.Â
The process for electoral registrations differs between provinces, with some information automatically passed onto the agency and others maintaining birth names. You can search and add or change details yourself if needed.Â
Each kit is uniquely created for each customer, based on their selections from our database of over 750 companies! Save money by printing the forms and letters yourself, or save time with everything delivered.Â
Not sure about your name change? Need information on the process, including proof documents, background checks or provincial fees? Check our name change guides:
Ontario name change guide Â
BC name change guideÂ
Alberta name change guide Â
Short on cash? We’ll still save you hours! Browse our database and choose all the organizations you need. We’ll email you a beautiful, comprehensive and easy to follow checklist.
OUR HAPPY CLIENTS
Testimonials
This made changing my name after marriage a whole lot easier. Didn't have to think too hard about what to do, as ready made lists with instructions were all provided as well as letter and email templates. The customer service was fantastic.
Stephanie Steward
Made changing my name so much easier having all info and documents together rather than running around trying to do and find everything. Was quick and great communication
Verified Buyer
This service has saved me money in paying for unnecessary documentation when provided incorrect information by the passport office. They were also incredibly responsive to all questions and customer service and value for money was outstanding.
