Skip to main content
ARE YOU A VENDOR?

Post content has been hidden

To unblock this content, please click here

Marisa
Just Said Yes November 2021

Marriage License - Last Name Change

Marisa, on April 5, 2020 at 8:05 PM Posted in Married Life 0 3
Saved
Reply
Hey guys! So I live in Maryland (Harford County), and my original (uncertified) marriage license shows my maiden name. Am I able to change my last name with the certified copy? Or is it supposed to list my maiden name? Just wondering if I will have to petition to get my last name changed with social security and on my license.
Thanks!!

3 Comments

Latest activity by Meghan, on April 6, 2020 at 9:24 AM
  • Caytlyn
    Legend November 2019
    Caytlyn ·
    • Flag
    • Hide content
    Your marriage license shows your maiden name because it will be your name when you get married. You will need a certified copy of your marriage certificate, not license, to change your name.
    • Reply
  • Lisa
    Expert April 2021
    Lisa ·
    • Flag
    • Hide content
    I live in MD (Charles County). Your married name will show on the original certificate after you get married. That’s the one you’ll need to change your last name with Social Security and the MVA.
    • Reply
  • Meghan
    Master October 2019
    Meghan ·
    • Flag
    • Hide content

    Your maiden name is supposed to be on your marriage license because that is your current name. You just need a certified copy of your marriage license to take to the social security office showing you got married in order to change your name. Our marriage license shows my maiden name and I had no issues changing my name.

    • Reply

You voted for . Add a comment 👇

×

Related articles

31 Anniversary Gift Ideas to Celebrate 10 Years of Marriage
Lifestyle 31 Anniversary Gift Ideas to Celebrate 10 Years of Marriage It's been a decade since the "I do"s—honor the occasion with these thoughtful...
Waiting Until Marriage to Have Sex? Here's What to Know
Lifestyle Waiting Until Marriage to Have Sex? Here's What to Know If you and your future spouse plan to wait until marriage to have sex, this...
4 Financial Benefits of Marriage—and What to Discuss Before Saying “I Do”
Finances 4 Financial Benefits of Marriage—and What to Discuss Before... Joint bank accounts, insurance, retirement savings, and more!
Read more articles
WeddingWire celebrates love ...and so does everyone on our site! Learn more

Groups

Show more

WeddingWire article topics