Worried that changing your name will stop your Universal Credit or Housing Benefit? We explain how to report a name change to the DWP without pausing your payments.
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Am I allowed to change my name? We outline the 5 legal requirements in the UK, including age limits, banned names, and witness rules.
Need to update your passport with your new name? We explain the costs, the online process, and which original documents HMPO requires to accept your application.
Do you actually need a deed poll? We list the 7 mandatory scenarios where a marriage certificate isn't enough, including changing first names, meshing surnames, and trans identity changes.
Looking to change your name for free? We list the 5 official scenarios where you don't need a deed poll, including marriage, divorce, and new birth registrations.
Confused about the difference between a Deed Poll and a Statutory Declaration for changing your name? While both are legal documents, their costs and processes are very different. Find out why 99% of UK residents only need a simple Deed Poll, and discover the rare scenarios where you might actually