Does an accent in your name cause chaos at the airport? Learn the difference between the Visual Zone and the Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) of your passport, and why you should always book flights using the 'strip' spelling.
UK Name Change Blog
Guides and updates about changing your name by Deed Poll in the UK
Dual national? Learn why a UK Deed Poll won't change your foreign passport, the strict 'One Name Policy' enforced by the UK Passport Office, and the correct order to update your documents.
Applying for a UK visa while changing your name is a recipe for delay. Learn why the Home Office 'One Name Policy' means you must update your passport first, and the strict 3-month deadline for updating your BRP.
Do your British and foreign passports show different names? From Spanish double surnames to missing middle names, learn how to navigate the 'One Name Policy' and align your documents.
Want to Anglicise your name for work or ease of pronunciation? For immigrants and dual nationals, this simple process has complex rules. Learn about the 'One Name Policy' and how to avoid passport rejection.
Just became a British citizen and want a new name? It is possible, but tricky. Learn about the 'One Name Policy' for dual citizens and why you can't easily change your naturalisation certificate.