If you want to be known by a different name, you can change your name at any time, provided that you do not intend to deceive or defraud another person. There is no legal procedure to follow in order to change your name. You can simply start using your new name. You can change your forename or surname, add names, or re-arrange your existing names.

Although there is no legal way to change a name, you may want evidence that you have changed your name However, you cannot change details on your birth certificate, except in limited circumstances. I can prepare a Change of Name Deed for you.

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Once you have decided to change your name, you can use the new name for all purposes, for example, publishing marriage bans, legal proceedings and obtaining, or changing details on a driving licence or passport.

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However, some institutions may require a Statutory Declaration in relation to the change of name and I can prepare this for you also.

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Why don't you call me to discuss a Change of Name, or email your telephone number to me and I will call you. We can also communicate by Skype.

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