Want to be like Cher or Madonna? We explain the legal reality of having a "mononym" (single name) in the UK, and why the Passport Office might force you to be "Mr XXX".
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6 articles about legal name change
Thinking about a new identity? You might be surprised by how easy it is. We explain who is allowed to change their name, the age rules, and the one document you actually need.
Think you need to "enroll" your Deed Poll with the courts? You probably don't. We explain the privacy risks, the high costs, and why a standard Deed Poll is usually the better choice.
Is a deed poll a certificate or a contract? We explain the three legal declarations that give a deed poll its power to force banks and the Passport Office to update your identity.
Unenrolled deed polls are the most common way to legally change your name in the UK — and they’re fully valid without being added to any public record. Here’s what they are, how they work, and why most people choose them.
Yes — you can legally revert to your original name in the UK. Whether it’s after a marriage, a personal change of heart, or simply to simplify life, going back to your old name is completely allowed. In this guide, we explain how to legally revert your name using a deed poll, the reasons people do i