Change Your Name on Your British Passport

Thinking of changing your name on your passport?
One of the simplest ways to update your passport is with a deed poll; a legal document that is accepted by HM Passport Office, DVLA, and all UK authorities.


A Deed Poll is a proof that you have legally changed your name and allows you to get a new passport with your new name.


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How it works – 3 simple steps

✅ Order Deed Poll online – Apply for an Adult Deed Poll or Child Deed Poll
✅ We draft & dispatch same day – If ordered before 3:45 pm
✅Sign, witness & send – Sign your Deed Poll, and then apply for a new passport with it.

Why thousands choose us

✅ Accepted by HM Passport Office, DVLA, banks & all UK bodies

📦 Same-day dispatch – Order before 3:45 pm Mon–Fri

⚡ Fast delivery – Royal Mail next day by 9 am & 1 pm delivery available

📘 Step-by-step guide – We will post detailed guide with the Deed Poll

💰 Money back guarantee – If not accepted, you get a full refund


❓ Quick FAQs

Is the Deed Poll accepted by the Passport Office?
✅ Yes – or your money back.

How quickly will I get it?
✅ Order by 3:45 pm 🚚 receive your deed poll in as little as 18 hours

Can I use this for my child’s passport?
✅ Yes – with consent from all legal guardians

Can I change my name while separated (divorce yet to be finalised)?
✅ Yes – a Deed Poll is sufficient.

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The passport name change process – detailed guide

If you still have questions about how to change your name on your passport, we’ve put together a full step-by-step guide. Whether you’re wondering how to change your name on your British passport after marriage, after divorce, or for personal reasons, this process is simple with our Deed Poll service.

1. Order your Deed Poll securely online

First, you need to complete an Adult Deed Poll if you are 16 or over, or a Child Deed Poll if you are under 16. Once your order is complete, you’ll receive an instant confirmation email.

2. We draft and post your Deed Poll the same day

If you order before 3:45 pm (Mon–Fri), we will prepare and post your legal Deed Poll the same day.
We only deliver within the UK and offer several secure Royal Mail delivery options:

  • Tracked 48: 2–3 working days
  • Tracked 24: 1–2 working days
  • Guaranteed Next Day by 1 pm or by 9 am: Signed-for, next-working-day delivery (excluding bank holidays)

Your Deed Poll will be delivered in a secure, board-backed envelope to ensure both privacy and protection, accompanied by full signing instructions and all supporting documents.

3. Sign, witness & use your Deed Poll

Once you receive your Deed Poll, simply sign, date, and have it witnessed according to the enclosed instructions.
You can then submit it with your passport name change application to the HM Passport Office, along with any required passport renewal form and fees.

Our Deed Poll is accepted for:

  • Changing your name on your passport after marriage
  • Changing your name after divorce
  • Adding or amending your surname/last name
  • Changing your middle name
  • Changing your last name after marriage (including double-barrelled surnames)

Frequently asked questions about passport name changes

How to change your name on your British passport?
You will need to provide the HM Passport Office with evidence of your name change. The easiest and fastest way is with a legal Deed Poll.

How to include your married name on your passport?
If you are taking your spouse’s surname, you can use your marriage certificate. However, if you wish to make a more substantial change (e.g., adding a middle name or creating a double-barrelled surname), you will need a Deed Poll.

How to change your name on your passport after divorce?
If you want to revert to your maiden name, you can use your decree absolute. If you want a completely different surname, you will need a Deed Poll.

Can I change my middle name on my passport?
Yes — a Deed Poll can be used to add, remove, or change middle names, and is accepted by the HM Passport Office.

Things to keep in mind

  • The HM Passport Office may reject names that cause offence, contain symbols or numbers.
  • You can change your name as many times as you wish, there is no legal limit in the UK.

Final thoughts

If you’re wondering how to change your name on your new passport, the most reliable and accepted method is by using a Deed Poll. Whether you’re adding a married name, reverting after divorce, or simply making a personal change, our UK-based team can guide you through the process from start to finish.