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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
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You need to be 16 or over to make an ‘unenrolled’ deed poll. Some…
You can put your new name on public record by ‘enrolling’ it at the Royal…
To change the name of a child under 18 you can either: make an unenrolled…
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How you can add, remove or replace one or more homeowners, with a process known as a Transfer of Equity.
If you're 18 or over, use these forms to put your new name on public record by ‘enrolling’ your deed poll at the Royal Courts of Justice. Includes guidance.
To change your name or other personal details on your passport, send the standard passport application form with evidence about the change
How Business e-services customers can complete an e-CON application to change the name of a register proprietor through the portal.
How someone in Spain can get documents legalised, witnessed or certified, take an oath of British citizenship and obtain informative notes.
If you're the parent or guardian of a child aged 18 and under, use these forms to put their new name on public record by 'enrolling' it at the Royal Courts of Justice. Includes guidance note (for minors).
This guide covers the process to restore a company name to the Register of Companies.
How someone in Austria can get documents legalised, witnessed or certified, take an oath, affirmation or affidavit and obtain informative notes on UK naming law
Find out what you need to do if you hold a .eu domain or want to register one.
How to access the historical censuses from 1841 to 1921.
A domain name is an important asset and is not protected by default. Follow these recommendations to keep your domain secure.
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 they look like
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