A Change of Name Deed, also known as a Deed Poll, is a legal document used in the UK to officially record a change of name. It allows individuals to update their name on passports, bank accounts, and other official records, and may be needed abroad to prove the name change is legally recognised.

This document is often requested by:

• Foreign passport or ID authorities
• Overseas banks and educational institutions
• Immigration and visa departments
• Legal or government offices processing name-related documents

Certification required: An enrolled or unenrolled Deed Poll must be certified by a UK solicitor or notary public before it can be apostilled.

Original document: The apostille will be applied to the certified original or solicitor-certified copy.

Not eligible for e-apostille: This document must go through the physical apostille process.

Ensure the Deed Poll is signed, witnessed, and dated correctly.

Unenrolled Deeds must still meet legal format requirements to be accepted.

Some countries may require a certified translation and further embassy legalisation after apostille. Always check the destination country's requirements.