Guides and updates about changing your name by Deed Poll in the UK
Want to drop a middle name you hate or add a new one to honour a family member? The process is identical to changing your surname. Learn how to use a Deed Poll to legally update your middle names in the UK.
Is your name spelled wrong on your birth certificate? You might assume you need to 'correct' it, but the General Register Office rules are strict. Learn why a Deed Poll is often the cleaner, cheaper, and faster solution.
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.
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.
