Apply for a deed poll in Scotland with Scotland Deed Poll Office.
Start your application ›A deed poll is a legal document that changes your name. It sets out your former name and your new name, and becomes legally valid once you and 2 witnesses have signed it.
You can change your first name, middle names or surname. You can also add or remove names, or change the spelling of a name. You do not need to give a reason, and you do not need a solicitor.
Almost anyone can be a witness, as long as they are 18 or over and know you personally. They cannot be a close relative or live at the same address as you. Most people ask a friend, neighbour or someone they work with.
Each deed poll provided by Scotland Deed Poll Office is guaranteed to be accepted as proof of your new name in Scotland and throughout the UK.
Whether you're getting married, starting fresh, or choosing a name that feels right, you can make it official with a deed poll.
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Apply online in a few minutes. We prepare your deed poll and post it to you by Royal Mail.
Sign your deed poll in front of 2 people who know you, such as friends, neighbours or work colleagues.
Your name is now legally changed. Use your deed poll to update your passport, driving licence, bank accounts and other records.
Your deed poll is accepted as evidence of a name change by government departments, public bodies and private organisations in Scotland and throughout the UK.
HM Passport Office
To apply for a passport in your new name. You can also keep using your current passport until it expires.
DVLA
Update your driving licence and vehicle records with your new name.
NHS Scotland
Update your health records and medical card through your GP practice.
Your employer or school
For payroll, pension records and exam entries.
Banks and building societies
To update your accounts and cards.
HM Revenue and Customs
Update your tax records and National Insurance.
Disclosure Scotland
Make any future criminal record checks in your new name.
Electoral Registration Office
Update your entry on the electoral register.