How do you change your maiden name to your married name?

Answer 1

The procedure whereby a woman changes her surname to (or from) that of her husband can vary considerably from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. In some cases it is done informally; in others it might require a court appearance.

For a start, inquire at the local office that issues marriage licenses.

Once you obtain your marriage license (don't lose it!) use it to change your name on the following pieces of identification in the US:

- Driver's License

- Social Security Card

- Passport

- Credit Cards

- Bank Accounts

Answer 2

I called the Social Security Administration, (800-772-1213) & asked this same question. I was told that I must file a petition with the court. The SSA will not restore your maiden name without court documentation. Information on www.socialsecurity.gov was also useful.

However, there are no US laws that require a woman to take her husband's name nor use a legal process to restore her maiden name if that is not done during the dissolution of the marriage. All that is needed is to fill out the forms from the agency who should be notified (DMV, SSA, etc.) and use your marriage certificate (maiden name) and divorce decree (married name) to show you wish to restore your maiden name.

Or, you can file a simple change of name petition with the probate court in the county in which you reside. Court costs are an average $50-$75 and the hearing takes about 5 minutes.

You can find the list of probate courts in your state as well as blank name change petitions by seeing the links below.

Answer 3

you have to take the divorce papers with your maiden name returned to you by the judge,to that D M V social security office so that they can change it back.And it will cost the price of the new id.

Answer 4

You don't need to retake your maiden name to marry a 2nd time.

But if you simply want your maiden name back first, file a petition with the Court. Contact the Clerk of Courts Office; they can direct you.

Answer 5

Depends on the State where you reside but you will need to file a name change petition to the County Court clerk's office where you are a resident.

Answer 6

During the divorce settlement, you can request to retur to your maiden name. If the divorce is already settled, you'll have to go to court to request the name change.

Answer 7

You can file a name change petition at your local family court.