Legal Name Change by Deed Poll
Change your name legally under UK law with professionally prepared wording. Often used alongside our Gender Recognition Certificate so you can update name and gender documentation together. Processed in 5 working days.
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Change your name legally in the UK
A Deed Poll is the standard way to change your name for most UK organisations. It gives you a clear written statement that you’ve stopped using your old name and will use your new name going forward.
Many people use a Deed Poll when updating records with banks, employers, schools, GP practices, and other organisations. If you’re also updating your gender documentation, the Complete Package lets you handle both together.
Quick facts
- UK-only document (name change)
- Professionally prepared wording
- Useful for updating most records
- Pairs well with Gender Recognition Certificate
- Processed in 5 working days
Official guidance: gov.uk deed poll · DVLA · HMRC
What is a Deed Poll?
A Deed Poll is a legal document used in the UK to confirm you’ve changed your name. It is a written declaration that you will stop using your previous name and will use your new name for all purposes.
What a Deed Poll does (and doesn’t) do
It DOES:
- Provide a legal declaration of name change
- Give you formal written proof to show organisations
- Support updates with banks, employers, schools, GPs, etc.
- Help keep records consistent across systems
It DOES NOT:
- Change your gender marker by itself
- Act as photo ID
- Automatically update any records (you must notify organisations)
- Replace passports/driving licences (it supports updates to them)
We prepare the document using legally compliant wording and provide clear instructions on how to use it. Free templates exist — our service is for people who want professional formatting, convenience, and the ability to bundle name change with gender documentation.
Why use our Deed Poll service?
You can create a Deed Poll yourself — and we’re transparent about that. Our service exists for people who want a professional document, clear instructions, and (optionally) a complete set of gender documentation in one place.
Professional wording
Legally compliant wording, formatted cleanly and consistently — so it’s easier to present to organisations.
Convenience
We handle the formatting and structure and provide straightforward instructions on what to do next.
Best value bundle
If you also want a Gender Recognition Certificate, the Complete Package is the simplest route — one checkout, aligned documentation.
A note on “enrolled” deed polls
Most people do not need an enrolled deed poll. Enrolment can create a public record, which may not be appropriate for many situations. Our service provides an unenrolled deed poll suitable for the majority of UK name changes.
How it works
Clear, practical, and designed to minimise friction.
Submit your details
Tell us your current name, your new name, and basic contact details. Choose Deed Poll Only or the Complete Package.
We prepare the document
We generate your deed poll using legally compliant wording and professional formatting. Processing takes 5 working days.
Use it to update records
You’ll receive instructions on how to present your deed poll to organisations (banks, employers, GP, etc.) and what to do next.
What you’ll receive
Everything you need to use your deed poll confidently.
Deed Poll document
Professionally formatted deed poll with legally compliant wording.
Digital PDF copy
Download a secure PDF copy through your account — easy to store and share when needed.
Usage instructions
Practical guidance on signing, witnessing, and presenting it to organisations to update records.
Optional extras
- Extra printed copies: £15 each
- Replacement deed poll: £25
- Unlimited digital downloads: free
Printed and delivery options depend on your checkout selection. All digital records remain accessible from your account.
Using a Deed Poll
Where it helps, what it doesn’t do, and what you’ll need.
What you can use it for
- Bank accounts and financial services
- Employers and HR records
- GP practices and private providers
- Schools, colleges, universities
- Subscriptions, memberships, clubs
- Supporting updates to passport / driving licence
What it doesn’t do
- It isn’t a form of photo ID
- It doesn’t change gender markers on its own
- It doesn’t update records automatically
- It’s not a government-issued certificate
Requirements
- UK residency
- Your old name and new name
- Witnessing (standard deed poll practice)
- Signing the document correctly
- Notifying organisations you want updated
Deed Poll vs Gender Recognition Certificate
Deed Poll
- Changes your name (UK)
- Used to update organisations’ records
- Legal declaration of name change
Gender Recognition Certificate
- Records your self-identified gender
- Formal certificate format with reference number
- Not government-issued and not evidence of identity
If you’re updating both name and gender documentation, the Complete Package keeps everything aligned and saves money.
Choose your option
Deed Poll Only is available for UK name changes. If you also want a Gender Recognition Certificate, the Complete Package is the best-value option.
Deed Poll Only
UK legal name change documentation
- Legal deed poll document
- Digital PDF copy
- Usage instructions
- Account access
Complete Package
Gender Recognition Certificate + UK Deed Poll
- Gender Recognition Certificate
- Legal deed poll document
- Digital copies of both
- Digital Registry (Year 1 free)
- Complete, aligned documentation
One transaction, one aligned set of documents.
Additional services
- Extra printed copies: £15
- Replacement deed poll: £25
- Digital downloads: free (unlimited)
Common questions about deed polls
Quick answers to help you decide if this is right for you.