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.
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.
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.
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.
Name change for children is quite common and can occur for a number of reasons. Both parents or gaurdians must agree unless there are exceptional circumstances.
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.
Not everyone is organized enough to change their name immediately - it can take months to get through it all. Our customers can sort their name change paperwork in just minutes.
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.
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.