I'm surprised by the negative reviews. I first used deedpoll.org.uk around 10 years ago and it was a smooth and easy transaction. I've used them again today and again, so far, it's been a smooth and easy transaction. There was a slight error with the discount not being applied so I emailed customer services and only a short while later got a response with an apology and the error has been rectified. The documents you receive upon changing your name ARE recognised legally and CAN be used for passports, driving licenses, etc. I've used mine to get a passport and driving licence and will be using my new one when it arrives to renew both of them. The government website says that some places may not accept them, like your bank, but that's down to their own requirements. In which case you'd need an enrolled deedpoll. That said, my bank accepted mine without problems and technically speaking once your passport and driving licence are updated then that's all you'd need to prove your name has changed. Yes, you can do it for free yourself according to the government advice but I'd rather pay to have a professional document proving my name change over a DIY letter done by myself.
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