When changing your last name What do you change first?
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When changing your last name What do you change first?
4. Get identification documents changed first. A government issued photo ID, such as your passport or driver’s license, provide solid proof of your new name and other organisations will quickly change your name after seeing this record.
Should I go back to my maiden name?
Just as taking his name when you got married was a signal that you were one unit, legally updating your name back symbolizes that you no longer wish to be connected legally, emotionally, or financially with your ex. It also symbolizes your independence and the fact that the marriage is completely over.
How do I revert back to my maiden name?
If this is the case, it is relatively simple to go back to using your maiden name. You simply need to take with you a copy of the Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificate and, if applicable, the Divorce Order to the relevant institutions and inform them that you are reverting to your maiden name.
