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Just Said Yes October 2019

Name change and move

Andrea, on August 12, 2019 at 1:19 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 4

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I’m planning on changing my name after our upcoming October wedding, and I moved states a few months ago so my fiancé and I would not be long distance anymore. Originally I was thinking I would wait to update my license until after my name changes with the hope of wasting as little time at the DMV as possible.

Ive been looking at the name change process now and I’m wondering if that’s still a good idea. Would it be better for me to just update my residence/state etc. before I change my name? Has anyone else been in this situation? What did you do?

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Latest activity by Cristina, on August 12, 2019 at 11:55 PM

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Laura · on August 12, 2019 at 1:27 PM
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I think I would update your address and get a license from your new state first, then later change your name. It seems like a lot to bite off in one shot if you don’t.
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Andrea · on August 12, 2019 at 1:30 PM
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That’s what I was thinking. Thanks!
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Amanda · on August 12, 2019 at 11:37 PM
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I’m in the same boat! Most likely moving out of state in October. Since FH is military, I’m hoping to keep my same state of residency. I plan to take his last name, so I’m hoping the name change process won’t be too difficult!!
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Cristina · on August 12, 2019 at 11:55 PM
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Changing your address first would be easier. You have to change your name at the social security office before you can change your name at the DMV. You will need proof of address, social security card and marriage license to change your name at the DMV. I can totally relate to this though. I have only ever had one license expire(21) and with the new ID thing I will need to get a new driver's license. My current license doesn't expire until the year of my wedding(wedding is in August, my bday is in October). I was hoping to just wait but unfortunately flying might be necessary prior to the wedding. I hope this helps. Good luck and congrats!
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