Changing Your Name

Changing Your Name on Your Driver's License or ID Card

If you were recently married, divorced, or went through a court proceeding involving a name change, in order to have the change reflected on your license or ID you should bring a certified copy of the marriage certificate, divorce certificate, or court order to any Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) license agency. The document must be in English; if it's not, you'll need to provide a written translation.

Before you go to the branch, update your information with the Social Security Administration. Give the agency at least 48 hours to process your request. Visit the Social Security site for instructions on how to change your name with the agency.

If you've also changed your address, you'll need to provide one proof of residency document.

You'll receive your amended license for $10. You'll need to give your old license to the BMV.

Changing Your Name on Your Registration

For registration changes, just follow the same procedure as for a driver's license. However, you'll also need to complete a name change affidavit.

If everything is in order, you'll receive an amended registration for $6.

Changing Your Name on Your Title

For title changes, again, just follow the driver's license procedure. But, you'll need to fill out a name change affidavit, and bring along the title.

If everything is in order, you'll receive an amended title for $15.