One of the conditions for changing your name by Deed Poll is to give up your previous name and use your new one. However, what if you have a specific business or personal reason for wanting to continue using your previous name? Are you able to do that? Continue reading to learn more.
Your Professional Name
If you run a business, your corporate name might be the same as your name. What does it entail for your company if you intend to change your name? Does your business need to change its name? Absolutely not. It may remain unchanged even after you’ve changed the company name using a Deed Poll. Legally, it will be different. Your business will still be called Sally Smith, trading as Sally Black, even if you formally alter your name to “Sally Smith.” Your old name may still appear on any business stationery you possess, but it must be marked with your new name and your ownership information. Your business account name will be changed to reflect your new identity as soon as you inform the bank of the name change.
With your company’s consent, you can continue to use your former name for business purposes if you have developed a close relationship with your clients and don’t want to sour things by having them call you by a different name. Most businesses don’t object, so it shouldn’t be a problem if you want to do this. You can also request that your professional name be written on the observations page of your passport when you apply for one with your new name at the HM Passport Office. If a client has booked travel under your professional name or you need to provide identification in your professional name, this can be very helpful. You’ll save time and money by doing this rather than having the ticket changed to reflect your legal name.
In conclusion
under professional contexts, it is OK to use your previous name, but only under specific circumstances. Thanks to modifying the deed poll, your name can now be used legally. Use the name you changed through Deed Poll and your legal name while applying for documents like a driver’s license.
Therefore, you can use a Deed Poll to change your name, regardless of whether you’re a lone proprietor or someone who cherishes their relationships with their clientele.
Contact UKDP for Deed Poll services on 0208 0172216.
To change your name...
- Fill in our online application form
- Receive your Deed Poll in the post
- Sign and date your Deed Poll
- Update records into your new name
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