Taking Your Spouse’s Surname

Category: Getting Married

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In B.C., you do not need to legally change your name to use your spouse’s surname after marriage. (Government of British Columbia)

Simple steps:

  1. Get your marriage certificate.

  2. Use it as proof of marriage when updating your records.

  3. Contact each organization to update your name, such as:

    • ICBC driver’s licence

    • B.C. Services Card

    • Passport

    • Bank and credit cards

    • Employer and other records

You can also continue using your current surname or return to it later without a legal name change.

Visit: (Government of British Columbia)