Many people worry that they need a doctor's diagnosis or proof of medical transition to change their name legally. We clarify the rules: why a Deed Poll needs no medical evidence, and which documents (like passports) actually do.
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Changing your name and changing your gender marker are two completely separate legal processes in the UK. You can do one without the other. We explain the difference, why you don't need a Gender Recognition Certificate for your passport, and how to update your driving licence today.
Changing your name is a vital step in your transition. We explain the legal process in the UK, why you should think twice before "enrolling" your Deed Poll, and exactly what evidence you need to update your gender marker on your passport and driving licence.
Fleeing domestic abuse or protecting a child from a dangerous ex-partner? We explain why you must strictly avoid "Enrolled" Deed Polls, how to bypass consent legally using the Family Court, and how to keep your new address secret.
Confused about whether you need a Deed Poll or a Court Order to change your child's name? The answer depends entirely on one word: Consent. We explain when a standard Deed Poll is sufficient and when you legally require a Specific Issue Order from the Family Court.
Changing a child's name doesn't stop with the Deed Poll. The next steps—updating the Passport Office and the school—can be bureaucratic minefields. We explain the strict consent rules for passports, the difference between 'legal' and 'known as' names in schools, and how to handle exam certificates.