Digital download change of name deed - instructions

This guidance is for an adult change of name only. If you want to change a child's name, please consult a solicitor.

Thank you for choosing an Online Divorce product to change your name.

Step 1 – Check your inbox

Go to the inbox for the email address you provided in the form. We have sent you your change of name deed with instructions on signing and witnessing.

Step 2 – Print your deed poll

You can print your deed on standard A4 printer paper. It will be accepted by UK government departments on any plain white A4 paper, as long as the print is clear and legible.

Print as many copies as you need to

• notify government departments including the passport office; and
• tell your bank/any other organisation

that your name has changed.

Keep one extra copy as a signed original. You will be able to copy this in the future if you need to, and have your copies certified.

If you don’t have a printer, you can upload your deed to an online print and post service to print and send the deed (and copies) to you for a small charge.

Online Divorce is self-service and does not post deeds out.

Step 3 – Execute the deed

A deed is executed once it has been signed as a deed, in front of a witness/witnesses and delivered.

For further information on executing a change of name deed, please read our articles on:

• How to execute a deed; and 
• Witnessing a deed poll – the rules.

You can find further information on the .gov website, such as other evidence you will need to change your name on your passport. Follow the links on this page.

For more detailed advice on when to change your name, or how to change a child’s name, please consult a solicitor. You can find a solicitor in your area using the Law Society Find A Solicitor search or the Resolution Find A Law Professional search.

Not used the service yet?

Click the button below to go to our form. Fill out your details and pay securely via Stripe. Your deed will be emailed to you within a few minutes.