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Documents toProve Your New Name
The certificate is the primary document used to
prove your new married name. Individuals must use
the marriage certificate to change their name on
other identifying documents. The very first item that
newlyweds must alter is their Social Security card. A
Social Security card with your new legal name will
help with other name changes. While you have the
same Social Security Number your entire life, the
name linked can change. Failure to notify the Social
Security Administration (SSA) can result in a loss of
benefits and credits and can delay your tax return.
Other vital identifying documents that should match
your new name include the following:
After the nuptials, the officiant of your wedding will file your marriage with the local vital records agency. In a couple of days or weeks, depending on the state, you will receive your marriage certificate.
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In most states, residents are required to submit a DMV change of
name notification within a certain period (usually 10 to 20 days). Driver
licenses are the most common proof of identity used and should be
second on your name change list. After changing your name with the
Social Security Administration, bring in your new Social Security card,
current driver license and marriage certificate to your local DMV to
perform the process.
Driver license
Though it is legal to travel under a maiden or previously used name,
international plane tickets must always reflect the name on your
passport. Those who change their name after marriage but do
not submit a name change on their passport may have difficulty
proving their identity abroad if the passport does not match their
driver licenses or credit cards. To change the name on your passport,
individuals must submit their current passport, marriage certificate
and birth certificate.
Passport
Changing your name on your green card is encouraged to avoid future
identification problems, but it is not legally required. To alter your name
on your green card, complete the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration
Services form I-90 online or by mail and include a certified copy of
the marriage certificate. USCIS may require an interview to confirm
changes, particularly if the marriage is to a U.S. citizen and the name
change applicant is applying for citizenship.
Permanent resident card
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Most banks will ask to see proof of legal name change with a marriage
certificate.
Bank accounts
Some companies merely need an online submission of name change,
while others will need to see updated identification.
Credit cards
Depending on the lender, submitting a copy of your license, Social
Security card or marriage certificate may be required.
Deeds/mortgages
Depending on the lender, submitting a copy of your license, Social
Security card or marriage certificate may be required.
Employers
Many problems can arise for those who legally change their name after marriage but do not notify other
institutions. With a new Social Security card and a driver license with your legal married name, altering your name
on other accounts is simple. Newlyweds should submit name changes for: