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Marriage does not automatically change your name in the UK. Taking a spouse’s surname is a choice you make and update yourself. Learn what your marriage certificate does and doesn’t do, and when a deed poll is needed.
Banks often reject a married name change because a marriage certificate alone doesn’t cover double-barrelled surnames, new forenames or mismatched ID. Learn exactly when you need a deed poll and how to get your bank to accept your new name first time.
Thinking of keeping your maiden name when you marry? In the UK you don't have to change anything at all. Here's exactly what that means in practice - for your passport, bank, children's surnames, travel and whether you're ‘Mrs’ or ‘Ms’.
