Congratulations on your marriage in the breathtaking state of Idaho! Whether you exchanged vows amidst the majestic mountains of Sun Valley or by the serene lakeside of Coeur d’Alene, you’re now ready to embark on the sweet journey of changing your name in Idaho. Begin this exciting adventure by obtaining a certified copy of your marriage certificate from the county clerk’s office where your marriage was recorded. With joy and anticipation, proceed to the Social Security Administration to update your Social Security card to reflect your new name. The next delightful step is a visit to the Idaho Transportation Department for a new driver’s license. And, with a gentle nudge, remember to share your new name with banks, credit card companies, and other essential institutions. For more insights and a wealth of information on the name change process, www.missnowmrs.com is your supportive companion. Here’s to new beginnings and to embracing your new name in the beautiful Gem State! Warm wishes and happy adventures!
The Idaho Name Change Process
1. Your Social Security Card
The first agency to notify of your new name is the Social Security Administration. Complete the SS-5 form and then decide if you want to file it in person or by mail. You will need file with a certified marriage certificate and your current driver’s license or your U.S. passport. No processing fee will be charged.
Roughly two weeks after your form is processed, you will receive a new SS card in the mail. The card will show your new married name, but your SSN will stay the same. One less thing to memorize!
2. Your Tax Returns
Updating the Internal Revenue Service is next on your list. Fill out the IRS 8822 form and then mail it in along with a photocopy of your marriage certificate. This form isn’t required. But, it makes sure the IRS knows your new married name and prevents your returns from being held up due to a name mismatch. We always urge MissNowMrs clients to take the time to file it!
3. Your U.S. Passport
The next step in the process is changing your name with the State Department. Your current passport status determines if you should complete the DS-11, DS-82 or the DS-5504 form. You have the option to file the DS-11 and DS-82 via mail. But, the DS-5504 must be filed at a Passport Agency in person.
When filing the appropriate form, be sure to include your completed form with a certified marriage certificate, two 2×2 photos, and the correct processing fee. Your new passport with your married name will arrive in the mail 5-6 weeks after filing your form. So, it is very important to take any international travel into account before you file.
4. Your Idaho Driver’s License
Ready to change your name on your Idaho driver’s license? Head to your local DMV with your current license, certified marriage certificate, and proof of residence if you have recently moved. The processing fee is $15, and your new license will be issued the same day you apply!
5. Your Idaho Voter Registration
To update your name on your voter registration, simply fill out the Idaho Voter Registration form. Then, mail it to your county elections department. This ensures that you will be able to vote under your married name in the next election!
6. ALL of Your Creditors and Accounts
Now it’s time to update your new married name across all of your creditors and accounts. It’s smart to begin with your employer and your banks. More often than not, they will ask you to file a form in-person and submit a certified marriage certificate (and sometimes your new SS card.)
Next, update your name with your loan providers, credit card companies, mortgage providers, utilities, and professional licensing boards. Most of them will change your name by phone, or via an online form. Finally, change your name on of your accounts, memberships, periodicals, frequent flyer programs, and on social media. Each company’s policy will vary, but a majority will allow you to login and make the update on your own.
7. The Easy Idaho Name Change Solution
Now that you know how to change your name in Idaho, do you wish you didn’t have to deal with it on your own? You don’t! Using the MissNowMrs name change app or online service saves you 13 hours of hassle. Let us help make you a Mrs. in a matter of minutes!
