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Name Change in UK passport
« on: May 23, 2022, 04:54:43 PM »
I recently was granted dual citizenship in the UK. In the UK, I use my married name on all official documents. However, I haven't changed my name from my maiden name in the US, and my US passport and my citizenship paperwork is all in my maiden name. Can I apply for a British passport in my married name, or does it have to be in my maiden name?


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Re: Name Change in UK passport
« Reply #1 on: May 23, 2022, 06:41:54 PM »
You can only apply for your British passport in the exact name on your US passport.

So, what you will need to do is:
- apply for your UK passport in your maiden name

And then either:
- keep both passports in your maiden name

Or:
- change your name in your US passport
- change your name in your UK passport


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