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changing a childs surname
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if a child is born to unmarried parents who live together and the fathers name is on the birth certificate and they subsequently split up and the mother marries, is she allowed by law to change the childs surname to that of her new husband. If the father has no knowledge of any name change, what name would be on the childs passport, school records, electoral role (she is now 19) etc.
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.The answer is yes, you can change the surname without the fathers knowledge or permission. But at the age of 19 that wouldn't be an issue anyway. As long as it is done through a solicitor and you get the relevant paperwork saying that the 'old' surname will no longer be used all of the future documents (passport, licence etc) will be in the new surname.
I changed my sons surname, many years ago now. The first time I applied for a passport for him and his driving licence (years later) you have to send the original birth certificate with the deed poll letter and the docs will come back in the new name.
It's bit of pain the first time things are applied for but much easier when they need renewing.
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I changed my sons surname, many years ago now. The first time I applied for a passport for him and his driving licence (years later) you have to send the original birth certificate with the deed poll letter and the docs will come back in the new name.
It's bit of pain the first time things are applied for but much easier when they need renewing.
HTH
I presume by your question that your daughter has been known by your husband's name and you want to know if this was legal. Apparently, yes.You don't have to use the name on their birth certificate. However, her name on the electoral roll will be in her father's name as this is how she has been registered. It would also be needed on her passport.
You do not need to change a surname by Deed Pole - there are no legal steps to go through. I changed my surname some years ago, when I divorced. I got information from the Citizens Advice Bureau and it was all very simple. Have a look at this website: http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/index/family_par ent/family/change_of_name.htm