Transgender Name Change by Deed Poll: A Guide for Transgender and Non-Binary Individuals If you identify as transgender or non-binary and wish to change your name, the most common and recognised method is to do so via a deed poll. While some may have a Gender Recognition Certificate or a new birth certificate showing their […]
Women’s Name Change After Divorce: How to Change Your Name When a woman finalises her divorce and wishes to revert to her maiden name, she has two main options: either change her name by deed poll or use her marriage certificate along with the decree absolute. Which Option Is Best for a Woman’s Name […]
If you identify as transgender and want to change your name, you will need to change your name via deed poll. If you have a Gender Recognition Certificate or a new birth certificate and your new name change is stated on their then this is proof of your name change, however in most situations, you […]
A woman has the right to revert back to her original surname upon being widowed and can do so without a deed poll. All she will need is her husband’s death certificate and her marriage certificate (showing her maiden name). The majority of organisations will accept the above certificates as proof and will change their […]
There are no legal requirements for either party to change their name upon marriage or civil partnership. However, more often than not, a couple will choose to take the other’s surname. As with marriage, you can take your partners surname when entering a civil partnership. All you will need to do is have proof, which […]
Will my deed poll be accepted by organisations? I’m sure many of you have heard the horror stories of many spending hundreds of pounds on a deed poll document and it not being excepted by government officials and organisations. We, unlike some companies, can assure you that all government bodies, banks, schools etc. will accept […]
Lost Deed Poll Service Have you lost your deed poll and need a replacement? We can help you! We can replace your lost deed poll within 1-2 working days using our online order form. This service comes at just £19.99. As there is no official deed poll register, unless your previous deed poll was with […]
Changing your name via deed poll is a life-changing event which many spend a long time deciding upon. However, surprisingly it only takes 1-2 working days to official change your name once you’re certain. How long does it take? You can receive your deed poll documents and our guide pack within 1-2 working days. Depending […]
What’s the difference between a deed poll and an enrolled deed poll? There is actually no official registration of name changes in the UK. Your deed poll is not actually registered anywhere unless you choose to enrol it. This means it is lodged for safe keeping in the enrolment books of the supreme court of […]
Can anyone change their name via deed poll? In the UK there are very few restrictions when it comes to changing your name. However, in some circumstances you may not be legally able to or, you may need to legally notify a few people in certain circumstances. Age restrictions You must be over the age […]
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