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A deed poll recognises a change of name of an adult or child - make your own, use official forms, or get one through a specialist agency or solicitor.
A deed poll is a legal document that proves a change of name. This guide…
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You can put your new name on public record by ‘enrolling’ it with the High…
To change the name of a child under 18 you can either: make an unenrolled…
Downloadable letters explaining UK laws and conventions on people's names and name changing.
Find out how to register a birth - who can register, birth certificates
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There are 2 types of birth certificate: the short version, which contains…
Re-register your child’s birth to add the father's name to the birth record or certificate at the register office
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Cyprus, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Where and how to register a stillbirth, who can register it, financial support you may be able to get and support organisations
To change your name or other personal details on your passport, send the standard passport application form with evidence about the change
If there are any errors on a marriage or civil partnership certificate you can correct the original registration with the register office or GRO - find out what corrections can be made, who can apply, how long it takes, what...
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