# Who do I notify after a UK name change?

> Quick answer · Last updated 22 August 2026

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## In short

Driving licence first (free in Great Britain), then passport, bank, HMRC, employer, NHS and GP, then insurers, pensions, utilities and the council. Tell each benefit separately. A deed poll does not rewrite a will.

You need a signed deed poll or a marriage certificate that already shows the new surname before anyone will update records. HMPO wants the original wet-ink deed plus one name-in-use document. Instant Deed Poll is a document service, not HM Government. Checklist: [who to notify](https://instantdeedpoll.co.uk/who-to-notify/).

You can be fined up to £1,000 for not telling DVLA about a name or address change. Universal Credit does not update PIP, Child Benefit or Housing Benefit for you.

Full order: [who to notify after a name change](/family-life/who-to-notify-after-name-change-uk/). Licence: [change name on driving licence](/family-life/change-name-on-driving-licence-uk/).

## Related

- [Who to notify after a name change](https://moneyguide.org.uk/family-life/who-to-notify-after-name-change-uk/)
- [Deed poll name change](https://moneyguide.org.uk/family-life/deed-poll-name-change-uk/)
- [Who to notify — Instant Deed Poll](https://instantdeedpoll.co.uk/who-to-notify/)

## Primary source

gov.uk/change-name-driving-licence

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Independent UK money guidance from [Money Guide](https://moneyguide.org.uk). Information only — not regulated financial advice.