is now London Deed Poll Office

Change Your Name

by Deed Poll

The fast, simple and stress-free way to legally

change your name in the United Kingdom!

Change Your Name

by Deed Poll

The fast and simple way to legally change your name in the United Kingdom.

London's Trusted Name Change Service

If you're looking to change your name in the UK, then a deed poll is the easiest and most popular way to do so. Almost anyone can change their name by deed poll - you don't need to give a reason, and you don't need to apply for permission.

At London Deed Poll Office, our experienced team of experts can create you a legally binding deed poll that you'll be able to use to change your name on all of your official documents including your passport and driving licence. In fact, we guarantee that your deed poll will be accepted by all government bodies and other organisations!

Whether you're simply changing your middle name, combining your last name with your partner's, or embracing an entirely new name, we're here to help!

The process of changing your name in the United Kingdom is one of the simplest in the world. You don't need to apply to a court, visit your local council office, or hire a solicitor.

Instead, you can change your name in just a few days using a document called a deed poll, a legally binding declaration that states your intention to abandon your old name and adopt a new name for all purposes.

There are no strict criteria that you have to meet in order to be eligible for a deed poll. Anyone aged 16 or over who resides in the United Kingdom can change their name at any time and for any reason.

The UK Government recognises deed polls as the correct and legal method for changing your name. Once you have a signed and completed deed poll, you can update your name on your passport, driving licence, and other official documents.

Whether you're combining surnames with your partner, adding a middle name, or embracing an entirely new identity, you can make it official with a deed poll!

It's the quickest, easiest, and most popular way to change your name in the United Kingdom—and you can do it in just a few steps:

How it Works

1. Apply Online

You can apply for a deed poll online in just a few minutes. Once we receive your application, we’ll draft your legal deed poll document and deliver it to you by Royal Mail in 2-4 days.

Cost to Apply

It costs £25 to apply for a deed poll, and tracked delivery is included at no extra charge. You can pay securely using a credit or debit card.

2. Sign & Witness Your Deed Poll

When you receive your deed poll, you must 'execute' it by signing and dating it in the presence of two independent witnesses.

Witness Requirements

• Both witnesses must be 18 or older.
• They must be independent - this means they cannot be a relative or live at the same address as you.
• Friends, neighbours, or colleagues are commonly used as witnesses.

3. Start Using Your New Name

Congratulations! Once your deed poll has been signed and witnessed, you can start using your new name!

Your signed deed poll document serves as legal proof of your name change in the United Kingdom. You can use it update your name on your official documents such as your passport and driving licence, as well as with all UK government bodies and companies.

London Deed Poll Office is here to facilitate your legal name change. We provide a professionally presented deed poll document, printed on premium certificate paper and embossed with a gold seal.

More than Just a New Name

Our deed polls are printed on premium ivory parchment paper, and embossed with a gold seal. You’ll be proud to keep yours, and confident that it will last a lifetime.

More Than Just a New Name

How it Works

Apply Online

Apply online in minutes and receive your personalised deed poll document in the post.

Sign & Witness

Sign your deed poll and have it witnessed (signed) by two people who know you personally.

Done!

Your completed deed poll legally confirms your name change. You can use it to update your name on your driving licence, passport, bank cards, and all other documents!

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my deed poll be accepted?

Yes! We’ve guarantee that it will be accepted by all government bodies, organisations, and UK companies - or your money back.

How long does it take?

You'll receive your deed poll as soon as the next day after applying. Once you've signed it and had it witnessed, you can legally start using your new name.

Who can be a witness for my deed poll?

Anyone aged 18 or over who knows you personally and is ‘independent.’ This means they can't be a close relative or live at the same address as you. Most people simply ask two friends, neighbours, or colleagues. 

How do I register my new name?

Unlike births and deaths, there's no central registry for names or name changes in England and Wales, so you don't need to officially "register" your new name.

Your completed deed poll acts as legal proof of your name change. You can use it to update your name with various record holders, such as HM Passport Office for your passport and DVLA for your driving licence. 

Will my deed poll be accepted?

How long does it take?

You'll receive your deed poll as soon as the next day after applying. Once you've signed it and had it witnessed, you can legally start using your new name.

Who can be a witness for my deed poll?

Anyone aged 18 or over who knows you personally and is ‘independent.’ This means they can't be a close relative or live at the same address as you. Most people simply ask two friends, neighbours, or colleagues. 

How do I register my new name?

Unlike births and deaths, there's no central registry for names or name changes in England and Wales, so you don't need to officially "register" your new name.

Your completed deed poll acts as legal proof of your name change. You can use it to update your name with various record holders, such as HM Passport Office for your passport and DVLA for your driving licence.