Description
What is a Change of Name Deed?: Legal document recording a name change, often notarised.
Category: Court document
Can I Legalise?: Your change of name deed can be legalised.
Acceptable Formats for Legalisation:
- FCDO will accept the document in the following formats:
- An original change of name deed signed by a UK solicitor or notary public
- An original change of name deed not signed by a UK solicitor
- A photocopy or printout of your change of name deed
Requires Solicitor/Notary Certification?: Yes, Your change of name deed must be certified by a solicitor or notary public in the UK.
Requires Submission as Originals?: No.
Important Notes: Certification in UK.
Common Use: Identity updates, visa applications.
Requires Embassy Attestation?: Yes, for non-Hague countries (e.g., UAE, Qatar).