change of name
In law, you can use another name or names as long as there is no intention to defraud
Also in law, if you wish to change your name no legal requirements are required. If your name is John George Williams you can call yourself Peter Paul Sanderson and use that name instead of, or in addition to, your original name with no legal formalities again as long as the change is not connected with any fraud
The difficulties arise when authorities require you to prove your identity. In a world of ever increasing security checks it is necessary to have a document that proves your change of name
The most simple documentary proof of Change of Name is the preparation of a Statutory Declaration
However, the best that the law can provide is for a Deed Poll to be enrolled with the Central Office of the Supreme Court and details published in the London Gazette
For assistance with a change of name online, click on the
Virtual Office : Change of Name link and answer the questions that you would be asked if you had attended an office of
M J ELSDON in person. When you have finished click on the Submit box to start the process for assistance with a change of name
VIRTUAL OFFICE : CHANGE OF NAME