You will need the 'Name Change Petition' in your state as well as maybe getting fingerprints at the local police station (to run a background check, only in certain States).
Then you will need to have the name change petition notarized and file it with the county clerk's office and they will provide you further instructions on what to do.
Not in Virginia
Updating your will to reflect your daughter's new last name after marriage is a personal decision. It is not a requirement, but doing so may help avoid confusion or potential disputes in the future. Consider discussing the matter with your daughter and seeking guidance from a legal professional to determine the best course of action for your specific situation.
The Knot has great name change information in their name change guide. They also have a lot of other information that could help you with your wedding. MissnowMrs.com is a great resource, thats where I went for info when i got married. Made it very simple to find the right info and forms to change to your married name.
In the United States you do not have to change your name when you get married. In fact it is very common for a woman not to.
No.
It does not matter where you got married, you change your name in the State where you are a resident.
Marriage document;Divorce decree;Certificate of Naturalization showing the new name; orCourt order approving the name change.
No.
You go down to Social security with your card and marriage license and they will change your name to your married name. Next step is the driver license. Go to the DMV and change it. Next to the bank and other places where you need to change your name. This will take you a few days before you have gone where you need to.
You will have to go to your local county court clerk's office and submit what is referred to as a name change petition.
You would need to petition the court for the name change to make it official. You will need that document for the social security office and schools to make sure the name change is done correctly.
If you are already registered under one name, there are only a few instances in which you would need to register under a different name. If you were to get married or in any other way change your first or last name, then you would need to re-register.