Most foreign issued marriage certificates are accepted when changing names in the USA.  Make sure you follow the correct order to update your records.

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.

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.

You may have only been known by your maiden name, or perhaps you have had more than one name.  After divorcing you may revert to any name you have legally held, providing you have sufficient paperwork to prove your link to that name.

You may want to change names but are not yet divorced. Perhaps the divorce is dragging on for too long or you just have an unwanted name. We explain your options.

Legal name change is available to both adults and minors.  US citizens and resident legal aliens can apply for a new name via the court.

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.

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.

When changing names you may need to notify around 20 or so companies. We provide all the forms, letters and procedures for each organization and it only takes minutes. 

Electoral registration is performed by the local electoral registration office for each area. You'll need to send your request directly to your local electoral office.

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.

Regardless if you are changing your name from marriage, divorce or legally, Easy Name Change Florida puts all the information you need at your fingertips.

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.

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.