What is NameFlow - Digital name change assistant?

Your calm, personalized digital assistant for navigating legal name changes step-by-step after marriage, divorce, or other life events.

Do I need a deed poll to change my name after marriage in Ireland?

No — after marriage in Ireland, your marriage certificate is sufficient proof of your new surname. You do not need a separate deed poll. Your marriage cert is accepted by the Passport Service, NDLS, Revenue, banks, and most other institutions.

What documents do I need to change my name after marriage?

You'll primarily need your marriage certificate. Most institutions will also ask for your current ID in your old name and may want to see your new marriage cert alongside it. Get several certified copies from the civil registrar.

Can I keep my maiden name after marriage in Ireland?

Yes — there is no legal requirement to change your name after marriage in Ireland. Many people choose to keep their maiden name, hyphenate, or use their new surname only in some contexts.

How long does a marriage name change take in Ireland?

The process varies by institution. Passport updates take 4–8 weeks, driving licence 2–4 weeks, and Revenue/bank updates 1–3 weeks. In total, completing all core updates typically takes 2–4 months.

What should I update first after marriage?

Start with your passport or driving licence — these serve as official photo ID in your new name, making every subsequent update easier. Once you have photo ID in your married name, banks and other institutions will process your changes quickly.

Do I need to change both first name and surname after marriage?

No. Most people in Ireland only change their surname (family name) after marriage. Changing your first name requires a deed poll regardless of marital status.

🇮🇪 Ireland

Marriage Name Change Ireland

A calm, clear guide to updating your name after marriage in Ireland. No deed poll required — just your marriage certificate and a bit of organisation.

No deed poll needed. After marriage in Ireland, your marriage certificate is all you need to prove your new name — accepted by the Passport Service, Revenue, banks, and most other institutions.

Typical timeline

Marriage certificate receivedDay 0–14

Passport application submittedWeek 1–2

Driving licence & Revenue updatedWeek 2–4

Banks & employer notifiedWeek 3–6

GP, insurance & utilities updatedWeek 4–8

All updates complete2–4 months

Most people complete their core updates within a few weeks of receiving their marriage certificate.

What to update and when

Get your marriage certificate

You'll receive your marriage certificate from the civil registrar shortly after your wedding. This is your primary proof of name change — keep several certified copies as you'll need them for multiple updates.

Update your passport

Apply to the Irish Passport Service via passportonline.ie using your marriage certificate as supporting documentation. This is usually the highest-priority update as it serves as ID for everything else.

4–8 weeks €95 (online) or €105 (paper)

Update your driving licence

Book an appointment at an NDLS centre with your marriage certificate and current driving licence. They'll issue a new licence card in your new name.

2–4 weeks Free (no fee for amending personal details)

Notify Revenue & Department of Social Protection

Update your name on your myAccount (Revenue) and with the Department of Social Protection to update your PPS record. Both can be done online.

1–2 weeks Free

Update your bank accounts

Contact your bank in person or online with your marriage certificate. They'll update your name across all accounts, cards, and standing orders.

1–3 weeks Free

Notify employer, GP, and other accounts

Let your employer's HR team know, update your GP and health insurance, and work through utilities, subscriptions, and any other accounts. Your personalised checklist will list them all.

1–4 weeks Free