The 4-Step Procedure for Name Change after Marriage
Streamlining the Name Change Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Newlyweds
Obtain a certified copy of your marriage certificate by doing the following: This document is required to change your name and serves as proof of your marriage.
To change the name on your Social Security card, you must go to a Social Security Administration office and present your marriage certificate and other required documents.
Change Your Driver's License: To change the name on your driver's license, go to your local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You must bring your marriage certificate and an updated Social Security card.
Passport Update: If you have a passport, you must update it with your new name. This can be accomplished by submitting a new passport application, a marriage certificate, and updated identification documents.
Change your bank accounts and credit cards: Notify your bank and credit card companies of your name change and provide a copy of your marriage certificate.
Notify your employer, healthcare provider, insurance company, and any other organizations that have access to sensitive personal information.