Tired of spelling out a 14-letter surname over the phone? From dropping double-barrels to simplifying complex spellings, learn how to legally modernise your name for the digital age.
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Sharing a name with a parent or a stranger can cause havoc with your credit file and travel plans. Learn how to untangle 'co-mingled' credit reports, use a Notice of Disassociation, and stop identity confusion 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.
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.
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.