Top Tips for a Smooth Name Change
Get multiple certified copies of your marriage certificate — you'll need them for various applications.
Update your passport before booking international travel under your new name.
Keep your old ID documents until all changes are complete.
Create a list and tick off items as you go to stay organised.
Some changes can be done online through myGov, saving you time.
Complete Name Change Checklist
Work through each category to ensure you've updated all your important accounts and documents.
Legal Documents
The essential legal documents to update first
Marriage Certificate
Apply through Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
Passport
Apply through Australian Passport Office
Driver's Licence
Visit your state's transport authority
Medicare Card
Update online through myGov
Electoral Roll
Update through AEC website
Financial & Banking
Update your financial accounts and records
Bank Accounts
Visit branch or update online
Credit Cards
Contact each card issuer
Superannuation
Update through your super fund
Tax File Number
Update through ATO
Insurance Policies
Contact each insurer
Investment Accounts
Contact your broker/platform
Subscriptions & Memberships
Don't forget your regular services
Streaming Services
Netflix, Spotify, etc.
Gym Membership
Visit or contact your gym
Professional Memberships
Industry associations
Loyalty Programs
Frequent flyer, store cards
Online Shopping Accounts
Amazon, eBay, etc.
Travel & Transport
For smooth travels under your new name
Frequent Flyer Programs
Contact each airline
Car Registration
Through state transport authority
Toll Accounts
Linkt, E-Tag, etc.
Travel Insurance
Update your policy
Work & Education
Professional and educational records
Employer HR Records
Speak to your HR department
Professional Licences
Contact licensing body
University Records
Contact alumni office
LinkedIn & Professional Networks
Update online profiles
Personal & Social
The finishing touches
Social Media Accounts
Update your profiles
Email Signature
Update at work and personal
Personal Website/Blog
If applicable
Business Cards
Order new ones