Deed Poll Name Change: Land Registry & Mortgage UK

What is your new name?

Who is this deed poll for?

MyselfAged 16 or over — £19.99 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.

Legally recognised across the UK Secure payment via Stripe Instant PDF download No account needed One-off payment — nothing renews Accepted by DVLA & HM Passport Office

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 £19.99

Make your deed poll — £19.99

Your deed poll

A4, print-ready Updates as you type Yours to keep

Common questions

Does a name change affect my property ownership?

No. Changing your name has no effect on your legal ownership of a property. The title is still yours. You are simply updating the name attached to that title on the register.

What form do I need to update the Land Registry?

Form AP1 (Application to Change the Register) is the standard form for updating registered land in England and Wales. Include a certified copy of your deed poll with your application. For Scotland, contact Registers of Scotland; for Northern Ireland, the Land Registry of Northern Ireland.

Is there a fee to update my name with the Land Registry?

A standalone name update (known as a change of name application) is exempt from Land Registry fees. However, if you are remortgaging or making other changes to the register at the same time, standard registration fees will apply to those transactions.

Do I need a solicitor to update the Land Registry?

No. You can submit the AP1 form yourself by post. However, many people find it convenient to ask their solicitor to handle it, particularly when remortgaging. There is no legal requirement to use a solicitor for a standalone name change.

Does my mortgage lender update automatically when the Land Registry does?

No. The Land Registry and your mortgage lender are separate organisations with separate records. You need to notify your mortgage lender directly and provide a certified copy of your deed poll.