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Changing back to maiden name

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babybaby121 · 27/01/2025 12:39

Hi all
I changed my surname when I got married however for various reasons would now like to change back to my maiden name. I am still married however just want to go by my maiden name again.
Does anyone know how I change this on my passport and my drivers licence? My married name is also shown on my children's birth certificates, would this be ok to stay as is?
Also, would I still go by MRS?
Thanks for any help

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mitogoshigg · 27/01/2025 12:47

I had to send my divorce certificate off so no sure if you may need a deed poll, hopefully someone here will know conclusively

dementedpixie · 27/01/2025 13:02

This is what the .gov website says about changing name on a passport

https://www.gov.uk/changing-passport-information/divorce-or-returning-to-a-previous-surname

Changing back to maiden name
DeepFatFried · 27/01/2025 13:47

Your birth name is still on your birth certificate so is always your name, and you can use as many names as you like as long as it is not for the purposes of fraud.

Just be very careful that flight tickets always match your passport.

You can call yourself Ms, Miss, or Mrs as you please whatever your marital status or whatever name you use. It has no legal currency whatsoever.

babybaby121 · 27/01/2025 14:44

Thank you all for your help

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