Changing your name can be an exciting part of becoming married. Though it is not compulsory, it is a popular custom that many of my clients take up. Sometimes couples find the process to be a bit daunting, but with my assistance, it can be quite easy.
You can assume a new name without going through an official name change process, known as ‘Name by Association’. However, if you want to open a bank account or get a new driver’s license in your assumed name, you will need to have made the change legally.
Whilst the Certificate of Marriage that I give you on the day confirms that your marriage has been solemnised according to law, it is only a ceremonial/presentation copy. In most cases, it cannot be used as an official identification document.
You will need to apply for a Marriage Certificate, which is something that I can do for you while I am registering your marriage on Lifelink.
the application fee payable to the NSW Registry is $67.00 (fees may vary from State to State). You can check the application process with the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
Your marriage does need to be registered first, which I would normally do within 24 hours of your ceremony online.
Once you have received your Marriage Certificate, it can be used as your official identification document to start the change of name process for all of the following:
Bank Accounts/Credit Cards/Superannuation
The Electoral Roll
Insurance Policies
Medicare
Private Health Funds
Drivers Licence & Registration
Tax
Passport
Miscellaneous Memberships/Account