Name Change USA
Everything you need to legally change your name in the United States — whether after marriage, divorce, or via a court order. All guidance is US-specific and kept up to date.
USA Name Change Guides
Change Name After Marriage
From Social Security to passport, DMV, IRS and more — the correct US order.
Revert Name After Divorce
Reclaiming your previous name after divorce in the US — state by state.
Legal Name Change (Court Order)
Court-ordered name change in the US — what to file and in what order.
Passport Name Change USA
How to update your US passport after a name change.
Driver's License Name Change USA
Updating your state driver's license — varies by state DMV/BMV/MVD.
The correct order matters
Many institutions require photo ID updated before they'll accept your name change. Follow this order to avoid blocked applications.
Social Security Administration (ssa.gov)
Free — must be done first. Your SSN stays the same; only the name changes. Takes 1-2 weeks by mail.
State DMV/BMV — Driver's License / State ID
In person at your state agency (DMV/BMV/MVD/SOS). Bring updated SS card and marriage/court documents. $10-$40.
US Passport (travel.state.gov)
Highest-value travel document — update after SSA and DMV. $130 (renewal by mail), $165 (first-time adult, incl. $35 execution fee).
IRS — Tax Records (irs.gov/form8822)
Mail form 8822 to update your name with the IRS.
Voter Registration (vote.org)
Update your voter registration in your state before the next election.
Employer & Health Insurance
Notify HR to update payroll, W-2, and benefits. Update health insurance separately.
Vehicle Title & Registration (state DMV)
Varies by state, $10-$30. Update your car title and registration.
USPS — Mail Forwarding (usps.com)
Optional — update your mailing address if needed.
Banks & financial accounts
All accounts — checking, savings, credit cards, investment accounts, mortgage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Personalised to your situation — every institution you need to notify, in the right order.
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Australia Name Change Guide
Marriage, divorce, and legal name change in Australia.
Canada Name Change Guide
Provincial and federal steps for Canadian name changes.
UK Name Change Guide
Deed Poll, DVLA, HMRC, NHS — full UK guide.
New Zealand Name Change Guide
Marriage, divorce, and legal name change in NZ.
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