The Sorted Name blog
Changing your name after marriage, sorted.
Plain-English guides for UK newlyweds. Passport, DVLA, HMRC, banks, insurance and every loyalty card you forgot you signed up for.
- Banks 3 min read
HSBC Name Change After Marriage: Your UK Guide (2026)
Newlyweds, learn how to change your name with HSBC after marriage in the UK, including required documents and step-by-step guidance for 2026.
Read the guide - Banks 2 min read
Lloyds Bank Name Change After Marriage: Your UK Guide
Navigate changing your name with Lloyds Bank after marriage in the UK. This guide provides steps, documents, and helpful tips for newlyweds.
Read the guide - Mortgage 3 min read
Mortgage & Land Registry Name Change After Marriage UK Guide
Navigate changing your name on your mortgage and Land Registry records after marriage in the UK with this helpful, practical guide.
Read the guide - Banks 3 min read
Barclays Name Change After Marriage: Your UK Guide
A comprehensive guide for newlyweds in the UK on how to change their name with Barclays Bank after marriage, step-by-step instructions.
Read the guide - Education 3 min read
Changing Name on University Records and Certificates UK
Guidance for UK newlyweds on how to change your name on university records, degrees, and certificates after marriage.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
Mrs or Ms? Plus Surname Change Options After UK Marriage
Navigating title and surname changes after marriage in the UK? This guide helps you understand your options for Mrs, Ms, and surname choices.
Read the guide - NHS 3 min read
NHS, GP & Dentist: Changing Your Name After Marriage UK
A comprehensive guide for UK newlyweds on how to update their name across NHS, GP, and dental records after marriage in 2026.
Read the guide - Pensions 3 min read
Pensions, Investments & ISAs: Name Change After Marriage UK
Don't overlook your long-term finances! This guide covers changing your name on pensions, investments, ISAs, and Premium Bonds after marriage in the UK.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
Digital Life & Online Identities: Name Change After Marriage UK
Navigate changing your name across social media, online shopping, streaming, and apps after marriage in the UK. A helpful guide.
Read the guide - Social Media 3 min read
Professional & Social Media Name Change After Marriage UK
Guidance for UK newlyweds on updating their name on professional platforms like LinkedIn and all social media after marriage.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
Your First 30 Days: Name Change Timeline After Marriage UK
Navigate the initial 30 days of name changing after marriage in the UK with our practical guide. Understand what to tackle first and why.
Read the guide - Cost 3 min read
Cost of Changing Your Name After Marriage UK (2026)
Understand the true cost of changing your name after marriage in the UK. We break down potential fees for passports, driving licences, and more for 2026.
Read the guide - Student Loans 3 min read
Changing Your Name with the Student Loans Company (UK)
Newlyweds, learn how to change your name with the Student Loans Company (SLC) after marriage in the UK. Essential guide for student finance.
Read the guide - HMRC 3 min read
Changing Name on Child Benefit & Tax Credits After Marriage
Newly married? Learn how to easily update your name for Child Benefit and Tax Credits with HMRC after marriage in the UK. Essential guide for parents.
Read the guide - Double-Barrelled Name 3 min read
Double-Barrelled Name After Marriage UK: Things to Consider
Considering a double-barrelled surname after marriage in the UK? This guide covers the process, benefits, and practical considerations.
Read the guide - Work 3 min read
Your Professional Name Change After Marriage (UK)
Navigate changing your name professionally after marriage in the UK. Guide for LinkedIn, professional emails, business cards and brand names.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
UK Name Change: Notifying Friends, Family & Social Media
Just married in the UK? Discover how to gracefully inform friends, family, and update your social media after changing your name.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
Same-Sex Marriage Name Change UK: Your Complete Guide
Understanding name change best practices for same-sex marriage in the UK. Practical advice for updating your identity after marriage.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
Married? UK Name Change: Notifying Friends, Family & Socials
Beyond official bodies, remember to tell friends, family, and update social media after your UK marriage name change. This guide helps.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
What Order to Change Your Name After Marriage UK? A Guide
Discover the ideal order for changing your name after marriage in the UK. Sorted Name shares a logical step-by-step approach to make it simple.
Read the guide - Passport 3 min read
Honeymoon Booked in Maiden Name? Passport & Travel Tips UK
Booked your honeymoon in your maiden name but plan to change it after marriage? Get vital UK passport and travel advice for 2026.
Read the guide - Utilities 2 min read
Utility Bills & Broadband: Name Change After Marriage UK
Changing your name on utility bills (gas, electricity, water) and broadband after marriage in the UK. Essential guide for newlyweds.
Read the guide - Insurance 3 min read
Insurance Name Change After Marriage UK: Car, Home, Life & Pet
Navigate changing your name on car, home, life, and pet insurance policies after marriage in the UK. Essential guide for newlyweds.
Read the guide - Pensions 3 min read
Changing Your Name at Work & Workplace Pension After Marriage UK
After marriage, remember to update your name with your employer and workplace pension. Our guide simplifies the process for UK newlyweds.
Read the guide - Student Loans 2 min read
Student Loans Company Name Change After Marriage UK
Newlyweds in the UK: learn how to update your name with the Student Loans Company (SLC) after marriage. A straightforward guide for 2026.
Read the guide - Loyalty Accounts 3 min read
Changing Name on Loyalty Cards & Airline Rewards After Marriage
Don't forget your loyalty points! A practical UK guide to changing your name on Clubcard, Nectar, Boots, and airline schemes after marriage.
Read the guide - Pensions 3 min read
Changing Your Name on Premium Bonds, NS&I & ISAs (UK)
Newlyweds, learn how to update your name on Premium Bonds, NS&I accounts, and ISAs after marriage in the UK. Essential steps and tips.
Read the guide - Household Accounts 3 min read
Council Tax, Electoral Roll, TV Licence: Name Change After Marriage
Navigate changing your name on essential household accounts like Council Tax, Electoral Roll, and TV Licence after marriage in the UK. Practical advice for newlyweds.
Read the guide - Banks 3 min read
Changing Your Name with Banks & Building Societies after Marriage UK
Newlyweds, learn how to change your name with all UK banks and building societies after marriage. A clear guide to updating your financial accounts.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
Which Order Should You Change Your Name After Marriage? UK
Discover the optimal order for changing your name after marriage in the UK. Essential guide for managing your post-wedding admin.
Read the guide - Mortgage 3 min read
Changing Name on Mortgage & Land Registry After Marriage UK
Understand how to change your name on your mortgage and Land Registry deeds after marriage in the UK. Essential steps for newlyweds.
Read the guide - Workplace 3 min read
Keeping Your Maiden Name Professionally After Marriage (UK)
Navigating professional identity after marriage in the UK. Should you change your name at work? When to use Mrs or Ms? We explain it all.
Read the guide - Checklist 3 min read
Your Name Change Timeline After Marriage (UK)
Navigate changing your name after marriage in the UK with our practical timeline. Discover what to update first and when, for a smooth transition.
Read the guide - NHS 6 min read
Changing your name with NHS, GP & Dentist after marriage UK
Learn how to update your name with the NHS, your GP, and your dentist after marriage in the UK. Essential steps for newlyweds.
Read the guide - Pensions 6 min read
Changing Name on Pensions, Insurance & Utilities After Marriage
Newlyweds guide to changing your name after marriage on essential UK accounts like pensions, insurance policies, and utility bills.
Read the guide - Checklist 6 min read
Cost of Changing Your Name After Marriage in the UK (2026)
Understand the costs involved in changing your name after marriage in the UK. We break down potential fees for passports, driving licences, and more.
Read the guide - Name Change 6 min read
Double-Barrelled Name After Marriage UK: Your Guide
Considering a double-barrelled surname after marriage in the UK? This guide covers the process, legalities, and practical steps.
Read the guide - Passport 6 min read
Honeymoon & Name Change: Passport Tips for UK Newlyweds
Planning your honeymoon after marriage? Discover the essential steps for your passport and name change to ensure smooth travels as a UK newlywed.
Read the guide - Getting started 8 min read
How to change your name after marriage in the UK: the 2026 guide
A clear, step-by-step UK guide to changing your name after marriage — marriage certificate, passport, driving licence, HMRC, banks and beyond.
Read the guide - Checklist 6 min read
The complete list of accounts to change your name on after marriage (UK)
Every UK account, subscription and government record you need to update after getting married — grouped by priority, with the easy ones flagged.
Read the guide - Passport 5 min read
How to change your name on your passport after marriage (UK)
The full process for changing your UK passport after getting married — cost, timing, what to send, and how to handle honeymoon travel.
Read the guide - DVLA 4 min read
Changing your name on your driving licence after marriage (DVLA, UK)
How to update your DVLA driving licence after getting married — cost, the D1 form, and what happens to your V5C and car insurance.
Read the guide - HMRC 5 min read
How to tell HMRC about your name change after marriage
Update HMRC and your tax record after getting married — Personal Tax Account, National Insurance, Marriage Allowance and what changes for you.
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