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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 Virginia
To change your name after marriage in Virginia, get certified copies of your marriage certificate, update Social Security first, then update your driver's license or state ID with the Virginia DMV. Then update your passport, voter registration and accounts, using the official links in each step 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 Virginia?
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Step 2 of 6
Update your name with Social Security
Do this before you update your Virginia license. Virginia DMV: Yes. Update Social Security first, before visiting DMV.
- 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
Virginia DMV
- Deadline
- How
Start online or with the application, then finish in person at a DMV customer service center
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- Social Security first?
Yes. Update Social Security first, before visiting DMV.
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- What to bring
- Marriage certificate or civil union document filed with a government agency or court
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- Originals or copies
Originals required; copies are not accepted
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- Form
Driver's License and Identification Card Application
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- Fee
- Official page
Open the official page (dmv.virginia.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 Virginia?
Start with certified copies of your marriage certificate, then update Social Security, then Virginia DMV for your driver's license or state ID.
Is there a deadline to change your name after you get married in Virginia?
Not confirmed yet.
Please check the Virginia DMV page for the current answer.
Source: dmv.virginia.gov
Do I need to go to Social Security before Virginia DMV in Virginia?
Yes. Update Social Security first, before visiting DMV.
What documents does Virginia DMV need to change my name after marriage?
Virginia DMV lists: marriage certificate or civil union document filed with a government agency or court. Originals required; copies are not accepted.
Source: dmv.virginia.gov
How much does it cost to change your name on a Virginia driver's license?
Not confirmed yet.
Please check the Virginia DMV fee page for the current answer.
Source: dmv.virginia.gov
Can I change my name on my Virginia driver's license online?
The Virginia DMV page says: start online or with the application, then finish in person at a DMV customer service center.
Source: dmv.virginia.gov
How long do I have to update my Virginia driver's license after a name change?
Not confirmed yet on the Virginia DMV page we checked. See the official page linked in step 3.