Marriage Certificate – How to Change Passport Details in the UK

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It’s a common question about marriage certificates – how do you change passport details in the UK?

If you have legally changed your name in the United Kingdom, you must update your travel passport to reflect the changes. So, if you change your surname when you get married, you will have to update your passport.  Updating your passport is important not only for identification purposes but also to ensure that you can travel without any problems.:

  • Your name
  • Gender change
  • Your appearance – in the event your appearance has changed (for example, due to plastic surgery) and you may not be recognised when compared to your passport photo.

After you get married, your next task is to update your name change details with the relevant authorities and businesses. Once you have the marriage certificate, you can then begin the process of changing your name. You will need to provide proof of your name change to businesses and organisations, such as your employer, bank and doctor. In most cases, a copy of your marriage certificate will suffice. It’s important to keep in mind that you don’t have to change your name if you don’t want to – it’s entirely up to you. However, if you do decide to change your name, updating your name change details is a straightforward process that shouldn’t take too much time or effort..

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Top 4 Reasons You Need a Marriage Certificate in the UK

Marriage

A marriage certificate is more than a piece of paper. You should keep it safe because there are many reasons you may need it in the future. The most obvious reason is that it is proof of your marriage with your husband, wife or life partner. Many institutions also require it as a legal form of identification and as such is a vital legal document in its own right. Here are the main you need a marriage certificate in the UK

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Why You Need Your UK Marriage Certificate

Wedding

Regardless of where you are in the world, a marriage certificate provides legal proof that you are married. It also of your new marital name (your surname). Here we explain eight reasons why you need a copy of your marriage certificate.

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What You Need to Get Married in the UK

Wedding Rings

For most people, the wedding day plans have been in thought for months or years, with obsession over venues, bridal gowns, guests as well as food. So much goes into the detailing. For others, marriage is a simple way to formalise the partnership that requires no more than essentials. Regardless of how you plan your wedding day, there are a few steps that need to be taken before getting married – the formalities. Here is what you need to get married in the UK.

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France Rejects UK Same-Sex Marriage

Same Sex Marriage

Modern Britain boasts an increasing number of international families, with a great mix of different nationalities and cultures. But what happens when these families move abroad?

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Why Are Mothers’ Names Not on Marriage Certificates?

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With over 250,000 marriages every year, there are plenty of proud parents celebrating the wedding of their children. When it comes to the legal documentation, you’d think both parents would have equal input, right?

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