How to Change Your Name After Marriage in Ireland

If you plan to adopt a married name in Ireland, the process involves contacting each government office, financial institution and service provider separately. The marriage certificate is the primary proof of your new name—there is no special name-change process or required deed poll after marriage. You can choose your spouse's surname, keep your own, or combine surnames (double-barrel).

Start with identity documents. Changing your name on core state IDs will make later updates easier: passport, Public Services Card (PSC) and driving licence.

You must apply for a new passport and submit your previous passport when changing your name. This can take longer than a routine renewal. Published fees include €75 for the passport book or €100 for both book and card. The passport office's documentary requirements should be checked on dfa.ie.

Updating the PSC first helps when other services ask for official proof of your new name. To change your name on the PSC you need photo ID in your pre-marriage name (for example your previous PSC, passport or driving licence) and your marriage certificate. Citizens Information provides the practical steps for this process.

You can update your surname online if you have already updated your name with the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection so it's on your PSC. For online NDLS updates you will need:

• a completed medical report form dated within one month, if required in your case.

You can also update the licence by appointment at an NDLS centre.

Go to your local branch with your marriage certificate and a valid photo ID. The bank can change the name on your account immediately and order a new card. You may be able to keep the same card number, but check any active direct debits to ensure they continue to match the new card details.

Notify Revenue as soon as possible. You will need your and your spouse's Personal Public Service Numbers (PPSNs) and the date of the marriage. If you and your spouse are registered for myAccount, notification can be done online.

Contact insurers and pension providers to update policy and beneficiary records so there is no ambiguity about cover. Inform your GP, dentist and other healthcare providers to prevent mismatches in medical records.

Utilities, employer and other services

Notify utilities (electricity, internet, etc.) and your employer for payroll and tax records after updating your bank details. If you want to use your married name professionally, update email signatures, business cards and HR records.

Update social media and online accounts as you prefer. These are optional but useful for consistency across communications.