The Secrets of Changing Your Name Once You are married

Although you are not legally compelled to change your name when you get married, if you are deciding to go the traditional way, remember that there are many places that will legally require your new name, so it is best to make a list and prioritize who comes first. This will be a lengthy business, as your marriage certificate will have to be sent to each of these places, as proof of your change-of-name, in order for them to change their records accordingly. If you really want your name to feature somewhere and keep the family link, you can make your maiden name part of your middle name, which can be done by Deed Poll. If you are thinking of having a double-barreled name, to save money, the groom can apply for this before the wedding, in which case, the new name appears on the marriage certificate, and the bride then takes the surname in the traditional way.