Is the UK deed poll Service official?

The truth is that there is no such thing as an official or government-approved deed poll office. Every website offering deed polls is owned by a private company or individual with absolutely no affiliation with or endorsement from the UK government.

How do I contact deed poll?

We aim to respond to queries within one working day (our working hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). You can also write to us by e‑mail at [email protected].

Does DVLA accept unenrolled deed poll?

Will the DVLA accept an unenrolled Deed Poll? Yes, they will. It’s not necessary to have your Deed Poll enrolled in order to update your driving licence, your passport or any other official ID.

How much does a deed poll cost UK?

‘Enrolling’ a deed poll means that you’re putting your new name on public record. You must apply to the Royal Courts of Justice to get an ‘enrolled’ deed poll using the deed poll process. It costs £42.44. You can only enrol your own name change if you’re 18 or over.

How do I get a replacement deed poll certificate UK?

There’s no register of name changes or deed polls in the U.K. (like for births and deaths). So if you’ve lost your deed poll (or statutory declaration), you won’t be able to get a copy of the actual document you originally had. (A deed poll is a kind of legal document — not an official certificate.)

How long does deed poll take UK?

We aim to process your application and despatch the order within 2 working days of receiving it. Thus you can normally expect the deed poll to arrive within 3–4 working days, with standard First Class delivery. We also offer a priority service, for an additional fee of £ 4. 50.

Will the passport office accept a deed poll?

All government bodies, including HM Passport Office and DVLA , will accept an ordinary (non-enrolled) deed poll, of the sort that we prepare.

What’s the difference between enrolled and unenrolled deed poll?

An unenrolled deed poll is a simple formal legal statement that you have changed your name. You can make this yourself – you do not need a solicitor. An enrolled deed poll is a deed poll which has been officially registered at the Royal Courts of Justice.

Who can witness a change of name deed?

Your witness must be independent of you. As such, your witness can be a friend, neighbour or colleague, but they may not be a relative, your partner, or someone you live with.

Does a deed poll need to be witnessed?

Once you receive your Deed Poll, you must sign it and have it witnessed. The legal term for this is “execution”.