Name Change After Marriage for Newlyweds

Looking for name change advice or some tips for newlywed life? The MissNowMrs experts have created state-specific name change articles and checklists for you. We’ve chronicled our recommendations for how to travel while changing your name AND how to handle voting during the transition.

We’ve also compiled our best guidance for how to handle difficult sister in laws, holidays as newlyweds, the ever-annoying baby questions, and much more. Why? Because, while we are name change experts, we’re also newlywed wives, moms, and sisters.

We hope our name change advice articles help smooth your transition to your new name, and a whole new phase of life. Congratulations and best wishes from the entire MissNowMrs team!

REAL ID and Married Name Change | 2020

Wondering how to handle filing for a REAL ID and married name change? The MissNowMrs name change experts have done the research for you. Follow our advice for the easiest way to obtain a REAL ID with your new name.

To obtain a REAL ID you need to provide proof of identity, proof of Social Security Number, and Proof of residence in your state.

Change your name with Social Security first. Then wait for your new card with your new married name to arrive in the mail. It takes approximately 2 weeks for the Social Security Administration to process your request for a new Social Security Card.

You will also need to bring a certified marriage certificate to file for your REAL ID. Do not bring a photocopy. The DMV requires the original document to process your name change.

Heads up! You cannot use the same document as a proof of ability to drive, proof of identity, AND as a proof of Social Security number. You must have separate documents as each proof.

Real ID Proof of Identity

DMV offices have a very specific list of documents they will accept as your proof of identity. We’ve made a list of them below. Please note that your document must be original and must list your full legal name and date of birth. Remember, you only need one of these documents.

Unexpired US Passport or Passport Card
US Birth Certificate or Birth Certification Card filed with a state office of vital statistics
Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) issued by the US Department of State
Unexpired Permanent Resident Card
Certificate of Naturalization
Certificate of US Citizenship
Unexpired Foreign Passport with accompanying Visa**
Unexpired Employment Authorization Card**

REAL ID Proof of Social Security Number

Next, each DMV requires proof of a Social Security number before they can issue a REAL ID. Any document you provide to prove your Social Security number must contain all 9 digits and your full name. We’ve made a list of acceptable documents below.

Social Security card bearing your full name, Social Security number, and signature
Pay statement reflecting full name and full Social Security number
W-2 (wage and tax statement) reflecting your full name and full Social Security number
1099 Form reflecting your full name and full Social Security number

REAL ID Proof of State Residence

Finally, Proof of residence is just that; documents that prove you live at your current address in your current state. The DMV requires that you provide two different documents showing your address that are not from the company, business, or agency. We’ve made a list of acceptable documents below! *Please note that each document must show your name and address and have been issued in the last 60 days.

Utility bill
Telephone bill
Deed, mortgage, or settlement agreement
Unexpired lease or rental agreement with your name listed as the lessee or renter. This may be a photocopy.
State property tax bill or tax assessment issued within the last 12 months
Unexpired homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy
Bank/credit card/investment account statement
Official mail—received from ANY government agency including the contents and envelope. *Except mail from the DMV.
Student loan statement
Car/personal loan statement

We hope this article has helped you better understand the REAL ID and married name change process. Please feel free to call or email our name change experts if you need additional help!

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DMV Name Change | 2020

Trying to figure out the DMV name change process? Changing your name on your driver’s license can be complicated. Which form do you use? What items do you need to bring with you? And, when is the best time to go to the DMV? We’ve spent hours of researching the answers so you don’t have to!

How to Prepare for Your DMV Name Change

Each state has a different form and sequence in which you must file for your DMV name change. Depending on your state of residence, you may need to file to change your name on your Social Security Card before you can change your name at the DMV.

If you have moved, you will need to bring at least two proofs of new residence to the DMV. These include utility bills, pay checks, and insurance bills. It is also important to record your license plate number and VIN number so you have them to complete your form.

Looking to avoid long office lines? The best times to visit the DMV are mid-month and mid-week. Always avoid the DMV at the end of the month or after holidays.

Does name change seem like a hassle?

Wait until you begin the name change process on all of your other state and U.S. federal forms of identification! If you’d like to change your name in a matter of minutes, we can help! Use the MissNowMrs app or online service to streamline the 13 hour hassle into 13 minutes.

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The MissNowMrs experts have created a video with our best tips and tricks for changing your name at the DMV. You can watch it below!

What are your experiences with name change at the DMV or MVA? We’d love for you to share in a comment below!

Driver’s License Name Change | 2020

Curious about driver’s license name change? Changing your name on your driver’s license can be complicated. Which form do you use, what are you required to bring with you & where do you file? Our experts have spent hours researching those answers so you don’t have to!

Which Driver’s License Forms Should You File?

Each state driver’s license office has a different form and sequence in which you must file for your name change. Depending on your state of residence you may need to file to change your name on your Social Security Card before you can change your name at the DMV.

Search your state DMV website to find the appropriate form. Usually you will need to complete an application for an updated license. Occasionally, you will need to complete a form for a new license or ID. There may also be a section of the form for you to update your name with your state’s voter registration bureau.

If you have moved, you will need to bring at least two proofs of residency. These typically include utility bills, pay checks, and insurance bills. It is also important to know your license plate number and VIN number to complete your form correctly.

Be prepared by bringing your current driver’s license, certified marriage certificate, the exact fee for your new license (check to see if it needs to be in cash.) And, to have a new photo taken. If you are applying for a REAL ID, there are additional documents that need to be provided.

Think driver’s license name change seems like a hassle?

Wait until you begin the name-change process on all of your other state and U.S. government forms of ID! If you’d like to skip the pain of name change, we can help. Use the MissNowMrs App or online service to complete all of your forms in minutes. You will also receive expert filing tips & advice to streamline your filing process.

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Name Change After Marriage In Texas: Tips & Tricks

Are you getting marred in the Lone Star State? If so, don’t forget to think about your name change. Not every bride changes her name, but 88% of women in the United States do elect to change their names after marriage. If you’re confused about your options or the name change process, don’t worry! We have all the insider tips and tricks on how to change your name in Texas after marriage.

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Texas Married Name Change Options

Let’s talk options. As someone getting married in Texas, you can keep your maiden name. Take your spouse’s last name. Hyphenate your last names. Take two last names without a hyphen. Or, take your maiden name as a middle name. Uncertain which new last name is best for you? Answer a few questions at the Married Name Game. Your ideal option will be calculated based on key life indicators and your personal style.

Texas Marriage License Tips

One you’ve decided upon the name change that works best for you, the next step is filing for your marriage license. In Texas, you are not required to write your intended married name on the application, so no worries there. Once you get married, the county clerk’s office will issue you a certified marriage certificate. This is the legal document you need to file your federal and state name change forms. We highly suggest purchasing one or two additional certified copies so you can file multiple name-change forms.

Texas Married Name Change Forms & Advice

Next up, is finding and completing the appropriate name change forms to update your name with the Social Security Administration, the State Department (for your new passport,) the IRS, the US Postal Service. The Social Security Administration will process your form and issue your new Social Security card within 2 weeks. *Please note that while your name changes, your Social Security number will remain the same. The State Department will process your request and issue your new U.S. passport within 5-6 weeks unless you elect to pay for expedited service.

After filing with the federal agencies, you will need to file your state-level name change forms. Texas was one of the only states that didn’t have a name change form for you to complete. But, now it does! Simply bring your completed DMV form, current driver’s license, your certified marriage certificate, proof of residence (ex: utility bill, paycheck,) and $11 for the processing fee.

You will also need to update your name with the Voter Registration Bureau, and on your vehicle title or lease. The last step before you are an official Mrs., is to notify all of your banks, credit cards, insurances, mortgages, and service providers of your new married name. Many times you can call these offices to request your name change. Or, you can send a notification letter requesting the new name on your account.

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If the name change process seems overwhelming, or like it would take some of the fun out of your newlywed bliss, we have good news! MissNowMrs is the easiest way to go from Miss to Mrs. You can get started on your name change in Texas online. Our easy name change app or online name-change service condenses the tedious 13 hours process into minutes! You then choose whether you want to print your forms or have us print them for you. We’re happy to mail them to you along with pre-addressed pre-posted envelopes. Our goal is to make your new beginning easier!

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In order to change your name in Texas after marriage you will need to get a marriage certificate from the county that you were married in.

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These tips and tricks for changing your name in Texas will work everywhere in the state including Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth, El Paso, Arlington, Corpus Christi, Plano, and Lubbock.

Coronavirus and Married Name Change

Curious how to handle the coronavirus and married name change? If you’re a newlywed looking to change your name, the MissNowMrs experts have advice for you.

Avoid Crowded Government Offices

No one likes to spend time at the Social Security Administration office, the State Department, or Post Office. Now with coronavirus, it’s especially critical to avoid unnecessary time spent in these places.

So how do you change your name and avoid cornavirus exposure? Use the MissNowMrs App or online name change service. We complete the appropriate paperwork for you, give you insider tips on how to file by mail, and save you 13 hours of hassle!

There’s nothing more convenient (or safe) than changing your name from the comfort of your couch! Over 500,000 newlyweds have trusted MissNowMrs to help them transition to their new names. And, we can’t wait to help you.

Please note that the only office you must file in-person at is your local DMV. Depending on the state you live in, you might want to wait a few weeks before changing your name on your driver’s license.

Make the Most of NOT Traveling

The State Department takes approximately 5 weeks to issue new passports. This can be a problem for newlyweds who travel frequently. So, if your company has cancelled your flights for the foreseeable future now is the best time to file for your new passport in your new name. You won’t have to pay for expedited service. It’s a silver lining of the travel ban.

Now you have the scoop on coronavirus and married name change. If you’re stuck at home… consider it a gift of more newlywed time together!

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