Can I change my name while overseas?

Answer: You can only request to change the name in your passport if you have legally changed your name. When you make the request, you must submit a document that proves the legal name change. This means that you would need to apply for a court order name change before applying for your passport.
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Can I change my name in one country?

If you decide to only change names in one country, just be mindful of which account or record is under which name. If you need to prove your identity you should have sufficient proof available to prove both your names.
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Can you freely change your name?

Not much, but a little. All you have to do is complete and file a petition for name change with the court. There are many reasons for officially changing your name. The most common are marriage and divorce.
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How do you change your name when traveling?

US Citizens: United States Citizens who change their name due to marriage, divorce, or because of any other circumstance may travel using your United States passport or other Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative approved document in your prior name provided you bring proof of your name progression such as; a marriage ...
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Can you change your name outside the UK?

For British citizens living abroad, it is possible to change names. Simply apply to change your name by Deed Poll. You can change any part of your name as many times as you wish so long as you are not doing so for fraudulent purposes.
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When can I legally change my name UK?

You can change your name yourself if you're 16 or over.
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Can I use two names legally UK?

You are able to use two names if you want

You're legally allowed to keep your maiden (or current) name for work or professional reasons, and use your new married name socially or for family-related purposes. Even if you've changed your name by deed poll you're perfectly entitled to use a different one at work.
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Can you change your name at the airport?

As long as it's still going to be you traveling, airlines have policies in place to correct any errors.
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Can you fly after name change?

If you recently changed your name, but your photo ID or passport doesn't reflect the change yet - don't worry! As per the Department of Transportation's Fly-Rights, you should be able to fly still given that you bring documentation of the change (e.g., a marriage certificate or court order).
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Does your name have to match your plane ticket?

Even though your boarding pass may not match your government-issued ID (i.e. your middle name is not on it), if your passenger information is correct, there will not be a problem. Bottom Line: Even if you forget to put your middle name in when booking your ticket, chances are there will be no issues when flying.
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What are the consequences of changing your name?

You probably expect to need to update your Social Security information and your credit cards, but there are plenty of other people who need to know about your new name as well. "A name change can have an impact on your taxes. All the names on your tax return must match Social Security Administration records.
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Can you legally have only one name?

There is no law preventing you from being known by a single name, or mononym — that is, a surname only, with no forenames — and HM Passport Office should accept such a name, although they may be more sceptical of your application.
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How long does a name change take?

Name change actions can take anywhere from a day, to six (6) months (sometimes even longer). The time it takes for name change actions to be ordered/decreed varies not only from state to state but from county to county and courthouse to courthouse as well.
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Can I have 2 names?

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You have one legal name. You can petition the court to change it. Depending on the circumstances using a different name can render you civilly or criminally liable for all sorts of things...
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Can I have 2 passports in different names?

customers must align their name. we may issue a British passport in a different name to the one on the customer's foreign passport.
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What is the cost to change your name?

Name changes cost anywhere from under $100 to more than $500, depending on your state. In many states, fees vary in each county, so check with your local probate, family, or district court clerk. Many states still have fees well under $100.
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What airlines allow you to change your name?

Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and United Airlines each have introduced free name change policies for corporate customers.
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Can I use my passport with my old name?

Yes, you can keep using your passport with the previous name on it. Although there is no obligation, the officials recommend updating the travel document, so it reflects your current name.
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Can I travel with a passport in my old name?

However, it is legal for you to use a passport in your previous name until it expires. Just remember the name on any airline tickets must match the name on your passport or you may not be allowed to travel.
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Why can't you change the name on a plane ticket?

The airlines wanted to ensure that didn't happen to them, so they made the rule that the names on the tickets can't be changed. That way they can't be resold by speculators/scalpers.
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How do you change your name on a passport?

Please submit the following:
  1. Form DS-11.
  2. Your evidence of U.S. citizenship and photocopy of that evidence.
  3. Your original or certified name change document, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order (no photocopies or notarized copies)
  4. Valid ID and photocopy of that ID.
  5. One color passport photo.
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Can I travel with a different name on my passport and green card?

Answer: Yes, you may travel with your passport and green card in your maiden name. Make sure to have your tickets booked in your maiden name as well. Question: I recently got married and legally changed my name.
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What names are illegal UK?

The UK has no law restricting names, but names that contain obscenities, numerals, misleading titles, or are impossible to pronounce are likely to be rejected by the Registering Officer, when registering a child.
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Can I use my old name after name change?

Yes, if you have changed your name in the past, and you want to revert to the original name on your birth certificate, you will need a deed poll to prove it.
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Do you legally need a surname?

It isn't a legal requirement to have either a first name or a surname. The law presumes that you do have a name (see: Wakefield v Mackay, falsely calling herself Wakefield (1807)) — and in practice everybody does have a name — but the law doesn't make it a requirement.
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