Name Change StepsStep 1 of 6
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 Montana
To change your name after marriage in Montana, update Social Security at least 24 hours before your visit, then go in person, by appointment, to a Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) Driver Exam Station to update your license. Then update your passport, voter registration and accounts, using the official links below.
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- License deadline
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- License fee
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What are the steps to change your name after marriage in Montana?
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Step 2 of 6
Update your name with Social Security
Do this before you update your Montana license. MVD: Yes. Change it with Social Security at least 24 hours before you update your license.
- 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
Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
- Deadline
- How
In person, by appointment, at an MVD Driver Exam Station
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- Social Security first?
Yes. Change it with Social Security at least 24 hours before you update your license.
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- What to bring
- Certified marriage certificate from the issuing government jurisdiction
- Court decree or judgment granting a name change
- Divorce decree specifying the change of name
- USCIS certificate of naturalization
- Declaration of marriage filed with the district court clerk
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- Originals or copies
Bring a certified copy
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- Form
- Fee
- Official page
Open the official page (mvdmt.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 Montana?
Start with certified copies of your marriage certificate, then update Social Security, then Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) for your driver's license or state ID.
Is there a deadline to change your name after you get married in Montana?
Not confirmed yet.
Please check the MVD page for the current answer.
Source: mvdmt.gov
Do I need to go to Social Security before MVD in Montana?
Yes. Change it with Social Security at least 24 hours before you update your license.
What documents does MVD need to change my name after marriage?
MVD lists: certified marriage certificate from the issuing government jurisdiction, court decree or judgment granting a name change, divorce decree specifying the change of name, uSCIS certificate of naturalization and declaration of marriage filed with the district court clerk. Bring a certified copy.
Source: mvdmt.gov
How much does it cost to change your name on a Montana driver's license?
Not confirmed yet.
Please check the MVD fee page for the current answer.
Source: mvdmt.gov
Can I change my name on my Montana driver's license online?
The MVD page says to do it in person, by appointment, at an MVD Driver Exam Station.
Source: mvdmt.gov
How long do I have to update my Montana driver's license after a name change?
Not confirmed yet on the Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) page we checked. See the official page linked in step 3.