How to Change a Name on a Texas Driver License
Find proof of marriage., Collect documents showing a divorce., Gather other proof of a name change.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Find proof of marriage.
You might want to change your name because you are married.
For example, you might want to take your spouse’s last name, or you may want to use your husband’s last name and use your maiden name as your middle name.
In this situation, find proof of the marriage, such as the following:
Marriage license Department of State Health Services marriage verification letter -
Step 2: Collect documents showing a divorce.
You might want to go back and use your maiden name after your marriage ends.
If so, collect information, such as the following:
Divorce decree Annulment Spouse’s death certificate , You might have changed your name for a reason unrelated to marriage or divorce.
If so, find the following documents:
Certified court order Amended birth certificate -
Step 3: Gather other proof of a name change.
Detailed Guide
You might want to change your name because you are married.
For example, you might want to take your spouse’s last name, or you may want to use your husband’s last name and use your maiden name as your middle name.
In this situation, find proof of the marriage, such as the following:
Marriage license Department of State Health Services marriage verification letter
You might want to go back and use your maiden name after your marriage ends.
If so, collect information, such as the following:
Divorce decree Annulment Spouse’s death certificate , You might have changed your name for a reason unrelated to marriage or divorce.
If so, find the following documents:
Certified court order Amended birth certificate
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