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How to change your name after marriage in Kansas

To change your name after marriage in Kansas, get certified copies of your marriage certificate, update Social Security first, then update your driver's license or state ID with the Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles. Then update your passport, voter registration and accounts.

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Steps
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License deadline
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License fee
$16 for a license ($12 for an ID)
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What are the steps to change your name after marriage in Kansas?

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Step 1: Get certified copies of your marriage certificate

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  1. Step 1 of 6

    Get certified copies of your marriage certificate

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    Most offices want an original or certified copy of your marriage certificate, not a photocopy, so order a few.

    Where to order
    Not confirmed yet

    Check the official page linked below.

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    Update your name with Social Security

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    Do this before you update your Kansas license. Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles: Yes. Update Social Security at least 24 hours before.

    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
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    Check the official page linked below.

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    How to change your name with Social Security after marriage

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    Update your driver's license or state ID

    Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles

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    Deadline
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    Check the official page linked below.

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    How

    A driver's license office; appointments are recommended

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    Social Security first?

    Yes. Update Social Security at least 24 hours before.

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    What to bring
    • Your Kansas credential
    • Proof of legal name change
    • Proof of current residential address

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    Originals or copies
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    Check the official page linked below.

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    Form
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    Fee

    $16 for a license ($12 for an ID)

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    Official page
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    Update your voter registration

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    How to update
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    Check the official page linked below.

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    Banks, employer and other accounts

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    • 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 Kansas?

Start with certified copies of your marriage certificate, then update Social Security, then Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles for your driver's license or state ID.

Is there a deadline to change your name after you get married in Kansas?

Not confirmed yet.

Please check the Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles page for the current answer.

Source: ksrevenue.gov

Do I need to go to Social Security before Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles in Kansas?

Yes. Update Social Security at least 24 hours before.

What documents does Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles need to change my name after marriage?

Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles lists: your Kansas credential, proof of legal name change and proof of current residential address.

Source: ksrevenue.gov

How much does it cost to change your name on a Kansas driver's license?

Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles lists a fee of $16 for a license ($12 for an ID) for this license change. The Social Security fee is not confirmed yet. Passport fees are in the passport guide.

Source: ksrevenue.gov

Can I change my name on my Kansas driver's license online?

The Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles page says: a driver's license office; appointments are recommended.

Source: ksrevenue.gov

How long do I have to update my Kansas driver's license after a name change?

Not confirmed yet on the Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles page we checked. See the official page linked in step 3.

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