Posts Tagged "Passport"

Does your passport name not match your birth certificate? Learn why this happens, the legal implications for UK citizens, and how to fix document discrepancies quickly using a Deed Poll.

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.

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.

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.

Updating your name is just the first step. To fully transition your paperwork, you need to tackle the "Big Three": Passports, the NHS, and HMRC. We explain exactly what evidence you need for each—including the crucial "Special Section D" for tax records and the "New Number" rule for the NHS.