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How to change your name after marriage in South Carolina

To change your name after marriage in South Carolina, update Social Security at least 48 hours before visiting an SCDMV branch. Bring your marriage license and Form 4057. A new license in your updated name costs $10, or $25 if it's your first REAL ID. Then update your passport and accounts.

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Steps
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License fee
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What are the steps to change your name after marriage in South Carolina?

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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
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  2. Step 2 of 6

    Update your name with Social Security

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    Update Social Security first, then wait at least 48 hours before you go to the SCDMV.

    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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    We couldn't confirm this on the official page. Check it for the current answer.

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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

    South Carolina DMV (SCDMV)

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    Deadline
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    We couldn't confirm this on the official page. Check it for the current answer.

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    How

    At an SCDMV branch

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    Social Security first?

    Yes. Update Social Security at least 48 hours before your SCDMV visit.

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    What to bring
    • Marriage license
    • Divorce decree
    • Court order (issued by your county's family court)

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    Originals or copies
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    We couldn't confirm this on the official page. Check it for the current answer.

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    Form
    • SCDMV Form 4057 (Application for Name and/or Address Change)
    • SCDMV Form 447-NC

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    Fee

    $10 for a new license, or $25 if it's your first REAL ID

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    Official page

    Open the official page (dmv.sc.gov)

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    Update your voter registration

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    How to update
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    We haven't researched an official source for this yet.

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    Banks, employer and other accounts

    • To do
    • 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 South Carolina?

Start with certified copies of your marriage certificate, then update Social Security, then the SCDMV for your driver's license or state ID.

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

Not confirmed yet.

Please check the SCDMV page for the current answer.

Source: dmv.sc.gov

Do I need to update Social Security before going to the SCDMV?

Yes. Update Social Security at least 48 hours before your SCDMV visit.

What documents does the SCDMV need to change my name after marriage?

Bring one of these: marriage license, divorce decree, or court order (issued by your county's family court).

Source: dmv.sc.gov

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

The SCDMV lists a fee of $10 for a new license, or $25 if it's your first REAL ID for this license change. The Social Security fee is not confirmed yet. Passport fees are in the passport guide.

Source: dmv.sc.gov

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

The SCDMV page says: at an SCDMV branch.

Source: dmv.sc.gov

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

Not confirmed yet on the SCDMV page we checked. See the official page linked in step 3.

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