Can I go by a different name?

Can I go by a different name?

You can call yourself whatever you want socially. It is actually extremely common. Think about all the people who go by Bob but whose legal name is Robert. As long as you never use it in situations where you need to be legally using your legal name – bank accounts, employment records, taxes, etc.

Can anybody change their name?

Typically, you may legally change your name to whatever name you’d like, although state marriage laws may also provide some additional legal guidance. There are some exceptions though. For example, you can’t: Choose a name that would intimidate, offend, be considered obscene, or is a racial slur.

Can I change a company name?

You can change a company name at any time after incorporation, as long as it adheres to all company name rules and regulations. Depending on the provisions outlined in the company’s articles of association, the change of name can be authorised in one of two ways: by special resolution of the members, or.

Can you hide your name on Companies House?

Currently we only have the power to suppress information from being available to the public in limited circumstances. We’re aware of concerns over the publication of personal data such as full dates of birth, signatures, and residential addresses which have been used as a company’s registered office address.

Can you change your business name and keep the same ABN?

When your business name’s ABN changes you will need to complete a business name transfer. This is a two-step process that involves: transferring the business name, and. registering it using the new ABN.