Divorce and changing your name
Written by CalmSplit Editorial TeamReviewed by Ramani GillLast reviewed 13 August 2026England & Wales
You can revert to your former name at any time; no court order is needed. Most organisations accept your marriage certificate and Final Order, or a deed poll, as evidence of the change.
CalmSplit gets you to the Final Order for a one-off £159, which is the document most organisations ask for when you revert to your previous name.
- No court permission is needed to change your name
- Your Final Order is the key document to keep safe
- A deed poll is useful where a name was never legally changed
CalmSplit fee
£159one-off, per person
One-off CalmSplit fee. HMCTS court fees are paid separately to the court.
Check suitabilityStart free and pay the one-off £159 when you are ready to prepare your application.
See how it worksEvidence organisations usually accept
- Your marriage certificate together with the Final Order
- A deed poll or change of name deed
- A valid passport or driving licence in your chosen name
Who to notify
- HM Passport Office and DVLA
- Banks, building societies, mortgage and pension providers
- HMRC, your employer and payroll
- GP, dentist, schools and utility providers
If you keep your married name
There is no obligation to change back. Many people keep their married name, particularly where children share it.
Frequently asked questions
Often not, if you have your marriage certificate and Final Order, but some organisations prefer one.
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