FAQs
Q1:
Do I need to send my Deed back to you after I have signed it?
A:
No,once you have executed your Deed , you can start using it
immediately to get your documents and records changed.
Q2:
Do I need to get a solicitor or someone similar to witness me sign
my Deed Poll?
A:
No, the witness can be anyone so long as they are over the age of 18
and know you and are independent of you. A friend, neighbour
Q1:
Do I need to send my Deed back to you after I have signed it?
A:
No,once you have executed your Deed , you can start using it
immediately to get your documents and records changed.
Q2:
Do I need to get a solicitor or someone similar to witness me sign
my Deed Poll?
A:
No, the witness can be anyone so long as they are over the age of 18
and know you and are independent of you. A friend, neighbour
or colleague would be an acceptable witness.
Q3:
Are your Deeds accepted by the UK Passport Service?
A:
Yes, our Deeds are accepted by the UK Passport Service and other
Government agencies.
Q4:
Can I get copies of my Deed Poll made so I don't need to keep
sending out the original?
A:
All our Deeds come with 10 certified copies. if you need more, then
just ask us and we will send them out by post for you.
Q5:
My name was changed when I was a child and I now want to revert to
my birth name. Do I need to do this by Deed Poll?
A:
Yes you do. Whether you want to change your name to a former name or
a new name entirely, you will be required to provide
"documentary evidence" of the change. A deed poll provides
you with the necessary documentary evidence of your name change.
After you have reverted to your birth name by Deed Poll, if you are
ever asked to prove your identity you can produce your birth
certificate alone. However, if you are ever asked if you have been
known by any other name, you must declare your previous names and
produce your Deed Poll documents if required.
Q6:
I was married to the father of my daughter when she was born but I
do not know his whereabouts. Can I change my daughter's name without
the father's consent?
A:
No, you will need to obtain a court order to do this as both parents
need to consent when a child's name is changed if they were married
at the time of the child's birth.
Q7:
Do I need to inform everyone that my name has changed?
A:
Yes you do. Two of the declarations you make on your Deed are that
you will entirely abandon the use of your old name and you will only
use your new name in future. We will supply you with enough
certified copies to cover all parties.
Q8:
Will my new passport and driving licence mention my old name?
A:
No, you will receive a brand new passport and driving licence
without any mention or reference to your old name.
Q10:
I am a British citizen living abroad, can I apply for a Change of
name?
A:
Yes, you can use your Deed to obtain a new British passport from
your nearest British consular office and then use your new passport
to get any documents and records changed in the country in which you
live. We do suggest however that you check with your nearest British
consulate before you make your application to ensure there are no
special requirements that must be met before they will issue you
with a new passport.
Q11:
I am not a British citizen but I live in the UK. Can I use a Deed
Poll to change my name?
A:
Yes, our Deeds will get your documents and records changed that have
been issued or are held by UK government departments, companies and
organisations. Our Deeds may get your passport changed but you will
need to check with your country's Embassy that they are acceptable
in that country.
Information on this page is current and last updated: 03/07/2007
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