What do I put for reason for name change?

What do I put for reason for name change?

Here are some of the most popular reasons people decide to change their names.

  1. Dislike Current Name.
  2. Changing Name Following Divorce.
  3. Husband Taking Wife’s Name Upon Marriage.
  4. Changing Child’s Surname to Mother’s or Father’s.
  5. Couples Combining or Hyphenating Surnames to Form a New One.
  6. Desire for a Less or More “Ethnic” Name.

Does changing your name affect your passport?

Once you legally change your name with the Social Security Administration, your passport is no longer valid; the only way to restore its validity is by updating your name with the State Department, too. If you have certifiable proof your name change, t his can be done quickly and easily through the mail.

Does your passport number stay the same when you change your name?

Thank you. Answer: Since U.S. passports are no longer amended, you will be issued a new passport with a new number when you apply for the name change. Note, you will need your original marriage certificate in order to apply for the name change.

Do I need to update my passport after getting married?

Do I need to get a new passport if my name has changed due to marriage? Answer: American citizens are required to travel with a passport that has their current legal name. If your name changed due to marriage then you need to apply for a passport name change before you travel.

Can I go on honeymoon with passport in maiden name?

You’ll need to travel in the name that will be on your passport when you go on holiday. This will usually be your maiden name.

Who needs to be notified when you change your name?

Some of the agencies that require notification are:

  • Social Security Administration.
  • Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Passport Office.
  • Post Office.
  • IRS.
  • Voter Registration.
  • Banks and other financial institutions.
  • Credit Card companies (or issuers)