How to Change Your Name
Don't procrastinate changing your name. It takes a lot of work. Changing your name can take two to three months on average. Make sure you obtain numerous certified copies of your marriage license. Most places won't accept a regular photocopy.
Where will you need to change your name?
- Drivers License (ugrade to a Real ID if you haven't)
- Social Security Card
- Voter Registration
- Passport (Most people don’t know this but you’re eligible to change your name on your passport for free as long as you filed form DS-5504 within 12 months of your passport issuance date. If you miss the window you’ll have to file form DS-82 and pay the standard renewal fee of $130.)
- Vehicle Registration
- Vehicle Loans or Leases
- Mortgage loans or Rental Agreements
- Credit Cards
- Bank Accounts
- Retirement Accounts
- Other Investment Accounts
- IRS
- Household bills (electric, phone, etc.)
- Subscriptions
- Memberships
- Post Office
- Employer
- Medical Professionals
- Insurance (life, vehicle, etc.)
- TSA Precheck
- Legal Documents (like a Will)