Name Change Australia
Everything you need to legally change your name in Australia — whether after marriage, divorce, or via BDM registration. All guidance is AU-specific and kept up to date.
Australia Name Change Guides
Marriage Name Change Australia
From BDM marriage certificate to passport, Service NSW/VIC/QLD, ATO, Medicare and more.
WA Marriage Name Change
Western Australia–specific guidance for changing your name after marriage.
Revert Name After Divorce
Reclaiming your previous name after divorce in Australia — step by step.
Legal Name Change (Non-Marriage)
Deed poll or statutory declaration — how to legally change your name in Australia.
Passport Name Change AU
How to update your Australian passport after a name change.
The correct order matters
Many institutions require photo ID updated before they'll accept your name change. Follow this order to avoid blocked applications.
BDM Certificate (your state BDM)
Your foundational document — everything else follows from this.
Australian Passport (passports.gov.au)
Highest-value photo ID — update before financial institutions. $422 (adult 10-year, as of 1 Jan 2026).
Medicare (servicesaustralia.gov.au/medicare)
Free, 2-3 weeks processing. Update via Service Australia or myGov.
State Driver Licence / Photo ID
In person at Service NSW/VicRoads/TMR QLD/DoT WA etc. Varies by state, $15-$30.
ATO / myGov (ato.gov.au)
Update your tax records — links to Medicare, Centrelink automatically. Includes HECS/HELP.
Electoral Roll (aec.gov.au)
Legal requirement if your name changes and you are enrolled.
Superannuation fund
Contact your fund directly with a certified copy of your certificate.
Banks & financial accounts
All accounts — savings, credit cards, mortgage, joint accounts.
Centrelink (servicesaustralia.gov.au)
Optional — update via myGov or in person if receiving benefits.
Private Health Insurance
Contact your health fund (Medibank, Bupa, HCF etc.) to update your policy.
Defence Records (ADF personnel only)
Update with Defence Personnel Services. Affects Defence ID, pay, service records.
Frequently Asked Questions
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