How do I legally change my name after marriage?
How do I legally change my name after marriage?
Some Major things to update:
- Your marriage license will need to be signed & mailed following the ceremony. Over average, it takes about two weeks for the clerk to be sent back to you. Planner Tip: We recommend getting a few additional certificated copies as you will likely need to send one each time you update your name.
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Update Your Social Security Card. Your actual number won’t change here but you will get another card in the mail with your new last name. Application is linked here!
- Make an appointment at the DMV to update your Drivers License.
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Get a New Passport and Travel Documents Update your passport here!
- Breathe, all of this won’t happen overnight so start with the big items and update everything else as you go along.
ALL of the other things that will come over time:
- Checking Account/Debit/Credit Cards
- CVS/Walgreens etc
- Insurance Company
- Doctors Office/Dentists
- Airline Accounts Planner Tip: Make sure you use all credits/tickets in your maiden name or get them transferred to your married name.
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