How much does a deed poll cost in the UK?
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In short: From free DIY to roughly £150–£300 via a solicitor. Instant personalised [deed poll](instantdeedpoll.co.uk*) PDFs are typically around £14.99 for an adult; posted services often £17–£36; optional court enrolment adds a separate fee.
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The legal effect of a correctly worded and witnessed deed poll is the same whether you paid nothing or hundreds of pounds — price buys convenience, formatting and support, not a different kind of name change.
A ready-made [adult deed poll](instantdeedpoll.co.uk/adult-deed-poll*) from a document service such as Instant Deed Poll is typically £14.99 one-time (child around £17.99), delivered as an instant PDF. See a fuller market range at [deed poll cost](instantdeedpoll.co.uk/deed-poll-cost*).
Enrolment at the Royal Courts of Justice is optional and publishes details in The Gazette — most people never enrol. Compare [enrolled vs unenrolled](instantdeedpoll.co.uk/enrolled-vs-unenrolled-deed-poll*).
Primary source: gov.uk/change-name-deed-poll
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