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.

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

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.

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.

Successful applications typically take 3 months. Total costs can vary from around $415 to $550.  We break down all elements of the cost structure so you know what to expect.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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 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.

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.