Name Change

Re: Name Change

• murphanzo

  

  November 2011 edited December 2011

  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!

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• sarah42nd member

  

  November 2011 edited December 2011

   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.
  TIP /> Don’t begin anything until you’re back from your honeymoon!
  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)

  

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