How do I revert to my maiden name?
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How do I revert to my maiden name?
All you need to revert your ID and bank accounts back to your maiden name after you divorce is your decree absolute and your marriage certificate. Alternatively, you can change your name by deed poll and present this document instead.
Should I change my last name back after divorce?
“If you have fond feelings — or can't let go of the fact that you're no longer connected by marriage — keeping your married last name after divorce is a way to hold on,” Masini says. “It's also a way to thwart a subsequent marriage your ex may enter into by being 'the other Mr. or Mrs. so-and-so. '”
How do I change my last name with Centrelink?
You can make a claim with Centrelink using the name that Centrelink currently has on file. Be sure your bank details are current, and this can be easily changed online through the Centrelink Plus app. You can then update your name once wait times are reduced.
