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 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 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 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.

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.

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.

In most cases organizations will want proof of your name change. This safeguards your accounts and helps protect against fraud.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.