I want my passport to reflect my marriage/civil partnership name - what documents do I need to submit with my passport application?

You will need to apply for a new passport. You cannot apply online.

If you are:

Renewing your passport

You need to submit:

• Your previous passport
• Your civil marriage certificate or civil partnership certificate

Applying for the first time

You need to submit:

• Your long-form birth certificate

And whichever of the following is applicable:

• Your civil marriage certificate
• Your civil partnership certificate
• 2 years proof of usage