# Who do I notify after a UK name change?

> Quick answer · Last updated 12 September 2026

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## What we checked

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Checked 2026-09-12: A name change alone does not automatically require an existing will to be replaced or re-signed. The notification guidance separates linking identity evidence from reviewing marriage or other life events, removes a fixed driving-licence-first order and clarifies passport evidence for joined surnames.

- [GOV.UK name changes by deed poll](https://www.gov.uk/change-name-deed-poll)
- [Passport marriage or civil partnership](https://www.gov.uk/changing-passport-information/name-marriage-and-civil-partnership)
- [Passport other name changes](https://www.gov.uk/changing-passport-information/names-dont-match-official-documents)

Markdown mirror: https://moneyguide.org.uk/answers/who-do-i-notify-after-a-name-change-uk.md

## In short

Update your driving licence, passport, bank, HMRC, employer, NHS, insurers, pensions, utilities and council, choosing an order around travel and original documents. Tell each benefit separately. A name change alone does not require a new will; keep linking evidence for your executor.

You need a signed deed poll or a marriage or civil partnership certificate accepted for your chosen surname where required by the organisation. For a deed-poll passport application, HMPO also asks for evidence of earlier name changes and current use of the new name. Instant Deed Poll is a document service, not HM Government. Checklist: [who to notify](https://instantdeedpoll.co.uk/who-to-notify/).

You can be fined up to £1,000 for not telling DVLA about a name or address change. Universal Credit does not update PIP, Child Benefit or Housing Benefit for you.

Practical checklist: [who to notify after a name change](/family-life/who-to-notify-after-name-change-uk/). Licence: [change name on driving licence](/family-life/change-name-on-driving-licence-uk/).

## Related

- [Who to notify after a name change](https://moneyguide.org.uk/family-life/who-to-notify-after-name-change-uk/)
- [Deed poll name change](https://moneyguide.org.uk/family-life/deed-poll-name-change-uk/)
- [Who to notify — Instant Deed Poll](https://instantdeedpoll.co.uk/who-to-notify/)

## Primary source

gov.uk/change-name-driving-licence

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Independent UK money guidance from [Money Guide](https://moneyguide.org.uk). Information only — not regulated financial advice.