About Deed Polls
What is a Deed Poll?
Why is it called a Deed Poll?
What is the purpose of a Deed Poll?
Who can apply for a Deed Poll?
Can I change my children's names?
Are there any restrictions on names?
Is a Deed Poll registered anywhere?
Can a birth certificate be changed?
Why do people change their name?
Answers to other FAQs

Changing your name by Deed Poll
How to apply
 Apply online
 Apply by telephone
Apply by post
Apply in person
Services available and fees

Services for previous clients
Apply for a copy of your archived Deed Poll
Apply for a replacement Deed Poll

General name change information
Introduction
A woman's rights upon marriage
A man's rights upon marriage
A couple's rights upon a civil partnership
A woman's rights upon separation
A woman's rights upon divorce
A woman's rights upon being widowed
A child's rights upon adoption
Changing your name on your passport
Who to advise after changing your name

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If you are not happy giving your personal and payment details online and prefer the added security of applying for your Deed Poll by post, please complete the form below and we will send you a postal application pack, including details of our fees, by 1st class mail.  Please note, the fees for postal and online applications are the same.

Alternatively, you can order your postal application pack by calling our Helpline on 0800 448 8484 (free of charge from landlines) between 10am and 6pm Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).  If calling from a mobile, it will be cheaper to call 0333 444 8484 (calls are charged at standard rates and will be included in your inclusive call minutes or discount scheme).

Information you must provide is marked with

Name Address Please include your postcode Press your Enter key at the end of each line. Nationality Enter your nationality. If you are not British or you are a British national living overseas click here (opens new window) to read our page about who can apply for a Deed Poll. Email address If you have e-mail, please replace the above email address with your email address so we can contact you if you need a response.

Last updated: 27 December 2007