Change Name to Avoid Harassment or Stalking UK

What is your new name?

Who is this deed poll for?

MyselfAged 16 or over — £14.99 My childUnder 16 — £19.99

Name you are changing from

First name

Middle name optional

Last name

Name you are changing to

First name

Middle name optional

Last name

A few details about you

Email address

Only used to retrieve your deed poll if you lose it. No marketing emails.

Date of birth

Day

Month

Year

Your current address

Address line 1

Address line 2 optional

Town / City

Postcode

Date of deed

Your witnesses

A UK deed poll requires two witnesses. They must be adults, not related to you, and present when you sign. They do not need to be a solicitor.

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Add the letter pack All 9 letters written for you and filled in with your details — ready to print, sign and post. £6.99

See the 9 letters

Address included, ready to post

HMRC — tax and National Insurance
DVLA — driving licence

You add the address

HM Passport Office
Bank or building society
GP surgery / NHS
Employer — HR and payroll
Local council — council tax and electoral register
Utilities & broadband
Pension provider

Being straight with you: the DVLA and passport letters are cover letters — a driving licence is changed with the free D1 form, and a passport needs a new application. The letters make the paperwork easier, not different.

Post me printed copies 2 copies on heavyweight 100gsm paper, 1st class next working day — as well as your instant download. £7.99

Deed poll £14.99

Make your deed poll — £14.99

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Common questions

Will my name change be publicly visible?

Only if you choose to enrol it, which creates a public record in The Gazette. An unenrolled deed poll (what this service generates) is entirely private. You control who you share it with.

Does a name change stop a stalker or harasser from finding me?

A name change can make it harder for someone to find your records through official channels, but it is not a complete protection. People who already know you personally, or have existing contact details, will not be stopped by a name change alone. It is one tool alongside other protective measures.

Where can I get further support?

The National Stalking Helpline (0808 802 0300), Women's Aid (0808 2000 247), Refuge, and your local police can all provide support and advice. A deed poll should be part of a broader safety plan, not a standalone measure.

Do I have to tell organisations my old name when I present the deed poll?

Your deed poll states your previous name as part of the declaration. You cannot avoid this when presenting it to organisations like banks or the Passport Office. However, you control which organisations you present it to.

Can I get a new passport quickly if I need one urgently?

HMPO offers a fast-track premium service that can produce a passport in approximately one week. If you have urgent safety reasons, contact HMPO directly to discuss your circumstances.