After legally changing your name, it's important to update your legal wills and trust documents to ensure they accurately reflect your new name. You should also notify others where you are named in their documents to update your information accordingly. Consulting with your attorney for the best course of action and necessary documentation is recommended if you have questions.

Updating your local library card after a legal name change ensures all your library records and communications reflect your new name. Most libraries allow you to update your information in person or via an online system by providing legal documentation of your name change.

Update your name on your usps.com profile, and consider leaving a note for your mail carrier that <your new name> will be receiving mail at your address.

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After legally changing your name, it's crucial to update your records and insurance information with all your medical providers, including doctors, dentists, therapists, and pharmacies.

This ensures that your medical records are accurate, your insurance claims are correctly processed, and you receive proper care with respect to your affirmed identity.

Typically, you can contact each provider's administrative office via phone or email to update your details.

Complete a USCIS application online or by mail to update the name on your naturalization or citizenship certificate.

Please check out our full guide on how to update your passport on our Name & Gender Marker Change page.

After legally changing your name, it's important to update your professional licenses and certifications to ensure all your professional documentation reflects your new name. This process typically involves contacting the relevant licensing boards or certifying bodies and providing legal documentation of your name change, such as your Name Change Order.

After legally changing your name, it's important to update your school records, transcripts, and diplomas to reflect your affirmed identity. High schools and universities typically require a formal request along with legal documentation, such as your Name Change Order. This update ensures that all your academic records accurately represent your new name.

If you need to email your school, you can use this template to get started.

It's time to celebrate your new name by updating it across your social media platforms! Show the world your affirmed identity by updating your profiles and usernames and photos on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and more. Share a post to let your friends and followers join in on the celebration of your true self!

Please check out our full guide on how to update your driver's license on our Name & Gender Marker Change page.

After legally changing your name, it's important to update your student loan records to ensure all your loan documentation is accurate. Contact your loan servicer or provider directly to update your name and other relevant information. You will likely need to provide legal documentation, such as your Name Change Order, to complete this process.

Many of these services won't need a legal name change, but it's always nice to get things addressed to the real you. Most services allow you to update your personal information via your account settings on their websites or apps.

• Digital Streaming: Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+, etc
• Print and Digital Magazines: Time, Vogue, National Geographic, etc
• Monthly Boxes: Birchbox, Blue Apron, Book of the Month, etc
• Software and Applications: Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office 365, etc
• Newsletters and Newspaper Subscriptions: Email newsletters, digital newspapers, etc

When you file your return, check that both your name and SSN agree with your social security card to prevent any delays in processing your return and issuing any refunds.

Make sure that your W-2 and Form 1099 match with your new name for the upcoming tax year. You may have to contact a former employer and have them reissued if you’ve changed jobs.

The IRS has an FAQ here.

TSA Precheck

• Before traveling, update your TSA Precheck information with your enrollment provider by following these instructions.

Global Entry

• To update your Global Entry Information, you’ll first need to update your passport, then make an appointment and visit an Enrollment Center in person.

  Some people have had success updating their information by going to this CBP link, and:

1. Under "Topic" choose "Trusted Traveler Programs (Global Entry, NEXUs, SENTRI, and FAST)"
2. Under "Applicable Issues", choose "Change my name due to marriage/divorce/legal"
3. Under "TTP Programs", choose "Global Entry" - this includes TSA Pre Check
4. Fill in the rest of the information and upload your supporting documents 

You’ll want to contact your utilities providers to update your name in their system. This can include utilities like:

• Alarm & Security
• Cell phone
• Electric
• Fire Station
• HOA
• Internet
• Natural Gas
• Septic
• Trash & Recycling
• TV
• Water

If you've legally changed your name, it's essential to update your records with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to ensure your benefits and records accurately reflect your affirmed identity. To update your name with the VA, you'll need to contact them directly here.

Coming soon.

You should be given the opportunity to update your Arizona voter registration when you change your Driver’s License. Check your Arizona voter registration status here.

In other states, you can update your information online through vote.gov or By mail using the National Mail Voter Registration form

Make sure to update your Voicemail on your cell phone and work phone! It's pretty easy on Android and iPhone, check out their instructions below.

You are not able to change your name on your current Zelle account for security reasons, and it will not automatically update when you change your name on your bank account.

To change your display name, you must:

1. Make sure there are no pending payments in Zelle
2. Ask your bank to unenroll/delete your Zelle account. 
   (This will remove your payment history and all Zelle contacts)
3. Re-enroll in Zelle, setting up a new account.

Your Zelle should now reflect the name which is listed on your bank account.