Posts Tagged "Uk Name Change Law"

Is a Deed Poll a legal document? Yes. We explain the law behind name changes in the UK and list the official bodies (Passport Office, DVLA) that recognize our documents.

Confused about what documents the Passport Office will accept? We list the "Golden Ticket" documents that act as legal proof of name change in the UK.

Is a deed poll legally required? We explain when you can change your name for free (marriage/divorce) and when you absolutely need a deed poll to update your passport.

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.