It’s up to you to notify all the organizations of your new surname. In many cases you’ll need to send a letter, fax or form. We can provide all the paperwork you need.

It’s perfectly legal to take your husband’s name on all identification and records, yet be known by your maiden name in some situations, such as at work.

The only document needed to start changing names after marriage is your marriage certificate. Religious certificates can be used in most places, but are accepted.  We explain how to order your certificate from Vital Statistics.

It’s easiest for your preferred name to be noted on your divorce decree.  If you haven’t arranged for this you can show other documents to change names after divorce.

All you need is your divorce decree, then it’s up to you to notify organizations. We can provide forms and ready to send letters to save you hours.

You don’t need to legally change names if you’re taking or removing your husband’s name after marriage or divorce.  A legal name change is necessary if you want a new name for any other reason.

Once you have a legal name change order, Easy Name Change helps get your records and identification updated.  We provide comprehensive name change procedures for hundreds of Florida and national organizations.

Only the court can issue a new legal name.  With a bit of time and patience you may be able to manage the application yourself.  We explain how.

Change your Florida Driver's License after updating your details with Social Security. Licenses must be updated in person and there is a fee payable.

Its free to update the name in your passport providing it was issued within the past 12 months and you're changing your name from marriage or divorce.

Try to update your name with the Social Security Administration as soon as possible after your wedding, divorce or legal name change.  Other government departments link to your SSA records.

You do not need to update your name directly with the IRS after your marriage, divorce or legal name change. The IRS gets updated details from the SSA, so ensure your social security records have been updated.

Non-citizens are entitled to change their name in the USA, but there a number of factors to take into consideration before making the change.

You are often asked to send a certified copy of your name change document or ID.  We explain what this means and why it’s necessary.