UK Name Change Blog

Is it possible to legally change your name online in the UK? Discover the digital process, the "wet signature" rule, and how to get your deed poll instantly today.

Many people believe you need a solicitor to make a name change "legal." Discover why this is a common myth and how you can save hundreds of pounds by using a professional deed poll service instead.

Want a total reinvention? You don't need to change your name in stages. Learn how to legally change both your first and last name simultaneously with a single Deed Poll document.

Using a preferred name at work or with friends is easy, but what about the bank? We explain where you can use a "known as" name instantly and where the law demands a Deed Poll to verify your identity.

Many people worry that they need a doctor's diagnosis or proof of medical transition to change their name legally. We clarify the rules: why a Deed Poll needs no medical evidence, and which documents (like passports) actually do.