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Marriage license & legal paperwork: Changing your name

Optional — and in order: certificate, Social Security, ID, passport, then everything else.

The key points

  • Certified copies first
  • Social Security card (free)
  • Driver’s license, then passport
  • Banks, work and accounts

Read more about changing your name

Two wedding bands resting on a dictionary pageAfter the weddingHow to change your name after marriage (US), step by step

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How long does a name change take?

Social Security cards arrive in 5–10 business days after processing; the whole process usually takes a few weeks to a few months.

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How do I change my last name after marriage?

Get certified copies of your marriage certificate, update Social Security, then your driver’s license, passport, banks and other accounts. Use the name change checklist.

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