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In the United States, the specifics for obtaining a legal name change can vary depending on the state. Because of this, it is best to research the specifics for the state. The [https://transequality.org National Center for Transgender Equality] maintains a useful web portal called the [https://transequality.org/documents ID Documents Center]. | In the United States, the specifics for obtaining a legal name change can vary depending on the state. Because of this, it is best to research the specifics for the state. The [https://transequality.org National Center for Transgender Equality] maintains a useful web portal called the [https://transequality.org/documents ID Documents Center]. | ||
=== England and | === United Kingdom (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) === | ||
In | In the United Kingdom, a name can be changed by obtaining a Change of Name Deed, commonly known as a Deed Poll. | ||
=== Canada === | === Canada === | ||
In Canada, legal name changes are handled by the province in which you are resident. In most cases, you will need parental consent if you are under the age of majority. In most cases you will also need to pay a fee for the name change, and additional fees to update ID such as your driver's license and passport. | In Canada, legal name changes are handled by the province in which you are resident. In most cases, you will need parental consent if you are under the age of majority. In most cases you will also need to pay a fee for the name change, and additional fees to update ID such as your driver's license and passport. Can change at 18 or older, unless you have permission from guardians. | ||
== Notes and references == | == Notes and references == | ||