Guidance

Names: evidence to change a name: caseworker guidance

Tells HM Passport Office staff about the evidence needed before changing an adult or child’s name on a passport.

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HM Passport Office
Published
4 March 2021
Last updated
5 March 2024 — See all updates

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This guidance tells HM Passport Office staff about the evidence we need before we can issue a passport to an adult or child who has had a change of name.

Published 4 March 2021
Last updated 5 March 2024 + show all updates

  1. Updated Names: evidence to change a name guidance to clarify customers must submit 2 pieces of evidence when changing their name, unless it meets our exceptions.

  2. Updated guidance published.

  3. First published.

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