A Woman’s Name Change Rights Upon Being Widowed
If a woman wishes to revert to her maiden name upon being widowed she can do so without the need for a Deed Poll. Her husband’s death certificate and her marriage certificate (showing her maiden name) are usually documentary evidence of her name change. Government departments and most companies and organisations will change their records to show the new surname upon presentation of these certificates.
However, when the death certificate and marriage certificate are not adequate, a Deed Poll is the only option. All organisations accept Deed Polls as documentary evidence of a change of name.
A Deed Poll is the only option if a widow wishes to use another surname. Or if she wishes to undergo a complete name change after being widowed.
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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