Which name?

[BuggsBird]

I had my biological fathers surname until I was 17 then when my mum married again I started using my step-fathers surname but didnt change it by deed poll. I have now been known as my step-fathers surname for 10 years and I'm wondering if when I get married I will need to take my vows using my old name or new one. Anyone know? Thanks x

[pamnez]

If you haven't changed your name by deed poll, you must get married using the name on your birth certificate.

[Solarjunkie]

You don't need a deed poll! Just a statutory declaration - as you have already been known by this name for years, there should be no problem. Check it out at the CAB or do you have a solicitor locally who has a free advice evening? In fact you can do it online for just a few pounds, you just have to declare you wish to be known by the new name, that's all.

Good luck!

[Oneeyedvic]

Out of curiosity, how do the tax office, bank and employer know you? I would assume by your original name.

 

I changed my name by deed poll over 15 years ago. When I got married last year I couldn't find the document and didn't know which solicitors I used. The registrar simply put on the wedding documents "Mr X formerly known as Mr Y".

 

Felt like Symbol/Prince or whatever he is known as know!

[Peter Pedant]

I think you should get married in the name that you feel you are.

The forms can be filled out according to taste.