Name Change

JR0504

Hey Central Florida ladies. I have not written on this board before but I have an area specific question. 

I need to know what I have to do to change my name. What do I do first? Can I do the SSC and the DL in the same day? Things like that. 

Anything will help. Thank you. 

murphanzo

you'll need to get a SSC first.  I believe it'll take a few days to get a new one, or you can ask for a letter to give to the DMV that a new SSC has been applied for and they'll give you a new license with that.  HTH!

sarah42nd

 I actually have PDF file that actually has step by step on how to change your information . I can email it to you or you can read it below

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The “No Hassle”
Name Change Kit
Changing your name can be a confusing and time consuming task.
This simple guide shows you exactly what order to proceed in and
what you’ll need to do.
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25 Places You Need To Change Your Name
1. Social Security
2. IRS
3. DMV (drivers license & vehicle registration)
4. Voter Registration
5. Passport Agency
6. Employer
7. Banks
8. Credit Cards
9. Investment/Brokerage Houses
10. Car Insurance
11. Medical Insurance
12. Home/Rental Insurance
13. Accountant
14. Lawyer
15. Doctors
16. Dentist
17. Utilities
18. Phone Company
19. Cellular Provider
20. Long Distance Company
21. Gas
22. Electric
23. Airlines/Frequent Flyer
24. Magazines
25. Schools/Alumni Organizations
Step By Step Instructions For Changing Your Name
In order to speed the process of changing your name, I
recommend getting at least two copies of your certified marriage
certificate (this is the document you receive after you’re married and is
different than your marriage license). While some companies only
need a copy of your certificate, the government agencies require the
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original document and will hold on to it for up to a couple of weeks, so
if you have a multiple copies, you can simultaneously have your name
changed in more than one place.
The Best Place To Start Out Is With Social Security
You should begin by changing your name with the Social Security
office since you’ll need a card with your new name on it in order to
change your driver’s license, passport etc. For your convenience, the
social security also takes care of your name change with the IRS for
you.
Social Security:
What you’ll need:
o Certified Marriage certificate
o Proof of identity (driver's license, passport etc.)
o Proof of legal alien status (only if you were born outside the U.S.)
o Completed SS-5 Form (http://www.ssa.gov/online/ss-5.pdf )
You’ll need to either mail the SS-5 form to your closest Social
Security Administration office or go in person (social security office
locator - http://s3abaca.ssa.gov/pro/fol/fol-home.html). You’ll need to give them
your certified marriage certificate and you’ll receive your new card
within 2-4 weeks (your new name will be reflected, but your social
security number will remain the same).
For more info, check out www.ssa.gov or call 1-800-772-1213
IRS
The Social Security Administration automatically updates your
records with the IRS when you change your name so you don’t need to
do anything here! The IRS records are generally updated 10 days
after the records at the Social Security Administration are changed.
If the due date for filing your taxes is within two weeks of your
changing your name with Social Security, you may need to update the
IRS on your own to avoid any problems. See the IRS Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQ) about Name Changes for more info at:
http://www.irs.gov/faqs/display/0,,i1%3D54%26genericId%3D15695,00.html
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Next, Change Your Name On Your Driver's
License.
Once you receive your updated Social Security Card, take that and
your certified marriage certificate to your local Department Of Motor
Vehicles (DMV).
FYI: Many states will allow you to simultaneously change your
name on your vehicle registration, title as well as your voter
registration as well (click here to download a voter registration form if
your state doesn’t offer this convenience:
http://www.fec.gov/votregis/vr.htm
DMV
What you’ll need:
o Certified Marriage certificate
o Current Driver’s License
o Proof of Identity (e.g. passport)
Most State’s require you to go down to the DMV in person. Contact
your local DMV and find out your State’s specific requirements for
changing your name on your driver’s license, vehicle registration and
title. Ask about voter registration as well.
Change Your Name On Your Passport Too
Once you’ve received your updated Social Security Card and
Driver’s License, go down to the passport office (or mail in the forms)
along with your marriage certificate and proof of identity.
Passport Agency:
What you’ll need:
o Current Valid Passport
o Certified Marriage Certificate
o Completed DS-19 Form (http://travel.state.gov/DS-0019.pdf )
o There is NO FEE To Have Your Passport Amended (There is a fee if you
need to renew your passport)
To change your name on your passport, mail in form DS-19 along
with your certified marriage certificate and current valid passport to:
Charleston Passport Center
Attention: Amendments
1269 Holland Street
Charleston, SC 29405
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You’ll receive your amended passport and marriage certificate in the
mail in a couple of weeks. If you need to renew your passport, you’ll
need a different form, new photos etc. Check out the Passport
Agency web site (http://travel.state.gov/get_forms.html) for more details and
access to additional forms.
Go Ahead And Change Your Name With Your
Employer, Credit Cards, and Financial institutions.
Once you’ve updated your Social Security and Driver’s License, for
a short time you’ll have a discrepancy between your photo ID and your
credit cards, bank cards etc. Thus, you’ll want to immediately begin
changing over your credit cards, bank account, employer etc. Always
carry your marriage certificate with you during this time to avoid
hassles.
Employer
What you’ll usually need:
o Copy Of Your Marriage Certificate
o Possibly A Copy Of Your New Social Security Card and Driver’s License.
Inform the HR department of your employer and find out what they
require from you (usually a copy of your marriage certificate) in order
to change your name on your paychecks.
TIP /> Be sure to ask them if they’ll update your info with your
health insurance and 401k or if you need to do this yourself.
Bank
What you’ll usually need:
o Certified Marriage Certificate
o Driver’s License
o Visit To Local Branch To Sign a New Signature Card
Call your local bank branch and find out their requirements and
what they need you to bring in order to change your name. If you’re
planning to merge accounts with your spouse, ask about how this
works as well (you may both need to be there in person).
Credit Cards
What you’ll usually need:
o Signed letter informing them of name change
o Certified Marriage Certificate
o Driver’s License
o Sign new card as soon as you receive it
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Call the customer service number on the back of your card and find
out what your credit card provider needs you to send them in order to
change your name.
** Make sure you only update your credit cards after you’ve
received your updated driver’s license as many stores require ID in
order to accept your credit card. Again, always carry your marriage
certificate with you during this time.
As with your bank, if you’re merging credit card accounts, call
when your spouse is home because they usually need to speak with
both of you.
Financial Institutions/Investment Houses
What you’ll usually need:
o Signed letter instructing them to update your name change
o Certified Marriage Certificate
o Copy of your updated driver’s license
You can arrange your name change by mail or in person if your
brokerage has a retail location. You’ll need your updated driver’s
license (or passport) and certified marriage certificate.
If you and your spouse intend to merge any accounts, you’ll need
to fill out and sign additional forms. I recommend calling customer
service and asking about your broker’s specific requirements.
Contact Your Insurance Companies, Doctors and
Professionals, Utilities etc.
Contact each of the following providers you work with and feel free to
use the “Change Of Name” notification form included at the end of this
kit. It is a generic form that can be used to inform most other
companies and professionals you have a relationship with. Most will
only need a signed letter from you and a copy of your marriage
certificate:
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o Car Insurance
o Medical Insurance
o Home/Rental Insurance
o Accountant
o Lawyer
o Doctors
o Dentist
o Utilities
o Phone Company
o Cellular Provider
o Long Distance Company
o Gas
o Electric
Frequent Flier Programs
With airline security at an all time high, it’s critical that you change
your name with your frequent flyer programs in order to insure you
don’t have any hassles when you fly (i.e. redeeming or collecting
miles, getting upgrades etc.).
You’ll need a signed letter requesting the name change, plus a
copy of your marriage certificate with most airlines. Contact your
preferred airline carriers for more details. Feel free to use the
“Change Of Name” notification form included at the end of this name
change kit.
Magazines & Newspapers
It’s not absolutely necessary to change your name with these as
you’ll still receive the magazines and newspapers anyway. If you want
to wait until you renew your subscriptions, that’s fine. Again, feel free
to use the “Change Of Name” notification form included at the end of
this name change kit.
A Major Potential Problem And How To Avoid It
Be Careful Which Name You Use On Airline Tickets
Make sure you don’t order any airline tickets with your new name
until you’ve received your new driver’s license and/or passport.
Otherwise, you’re likely to be turned away at the ticket counter and
not allowed on your flight. It’s a good idea to bring your marriage
certificate with you when you travel during this time. Although this is
not a sure guarantee that you won’t have hassles, if you absolutely
need to fly and the rest of your ID’s check out, you may be okay.
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Change of Name Notification
Name of Institution:________________________________________
Address:_________________________________________________
City/State/Zip:____________________________________________
Customer Information:
Former Name: _____________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________
City/State/Zip: _________________________________________
Please insure that my records are updated with the following info:
New Name:___________________________________________
This record change includes a change of address: Yes ____ No ____
New Address:_____________________________________________
New City/State/Zip:________________________________________
New Phone Number:________________________________________
I authorize you to make the changes to my record communicated
above. If you have any further questions regarding this matter, please
contact me.
Sincerely,
___________________________ ________
Signature Date
* Enclosed: Proof of name change (marriage certificate)