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Get certified copies of your marriage certificate
Most offices want an original or certified copy of your marriage certificate, not a photocopy, so order a few.
- Where to order
How to change your name after marriage in Indiana
To change your name after marriage in Indiana, get certified copies of your marriage certificate, update Social Security first, then update your driver's license or state ID with the Indiana BMV. Indiana BMV asks you to update your license within 30 days of the name change. Then update your passport, voter registration and accounts.
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- Steps
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- License deadline
- Within 30 days of the name change
- License fee
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What are the steps to change your name after marriage in Indiana?
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Step 2 of 6
Update your name with Social Security
Do this before you update your Indiana license. Indiana BMV: Yes. Update Social Security first, then wait at least one business day.
- Online or office
You may be able to do this online. If not, you'll need an appointment at a local Social Security office
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- Fee
Step 3 of 6
Update your driver's license or state ID
Indiana BMV
- Deadline
Within 30 days of the name change
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- How
In person at a BMV branch; it cannot be done online
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- Social Security first?
Yes. Update Social Security first, then wait at least one business day.
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- What to bring
- Marriage license
- Divorce decree
- Court order
- Amended birth certificate
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- Originals or copies
- Form
- Fee
- Official page
Open the official page (in.gov)
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Step 4 of 6
Update your passport
Which passport form you use depends on when your passport was issued and when your name changed.
Find your passport name change path (DS-5504, renewal by mail or DS-11)
Step 5 of 6
Update your voter registration
- How to update
Step 6 of 6
Banks, employer and other accounts
- Bank accounts and credit cards
- Employer / HR and payroll
- Health, car and home insurance
- Doctors and pharmacy
- Mortgage or lease, and utilities
- Email, phone and online accounts
- Loyalty and travel programs (match your passport name)
These are general reminders. Each company has its own process.
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Common questions
What's the first step to change your name after marriage in Indiana?
Start with certified copies of your marriage certificate, then update Social Security, then Indiana BMV for your driver's license or state ID.
Is there a deadline to change your name after you get married in Indiana?
Yes. Indiana BMV says to update your license within 30 days of the name change.
Source: in.gov
Do I need to go to Social Security before Indiana BMV in Indiana?
Yes. Update Social Security first, then wait at least one business day.
What documents does Indiana BMV need to change my name after marriage?
Indiana BMV lists: marriage license, divorce decree, court order and amended birth certificate.
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How much does it cost to change your name on a Indiana driver's license?
Not confirmed yet.
Please check the Indiana BMV fee page for the current answer.
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Can I change my name on my Indiana driver's license online?
The Indiana BMV page says to do it in person at a BMV branch; it cannot be done online.
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How long do I have to update my Indiana driver's license after a name change?
Indiana BMV says within 30 days of the name change.