Change of Name Deed Poll

A change of name deed poll in Ireland is a formal legal document recording that you have abandoned your former name and adopted a new one. A service of this kind typically provides a fully professionally drafted change-of-name deed poll, prepared for you from scratch by a solicitor to your circumstances, with signing and witnessing guidance included. It is for adults who want their change of name documented properly so that banks, employers and official bodies will accept it.

What’s included

• A fully professionally drafted change-of-name deed poll
• Typically prepared from scratch by a solicitor to the client’s circumstances
• Signing and witnessing guidance
• Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
• Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
• A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards

Who this is for

• Adults changing their surname after marriage, separation or divorce
• People changing their first name or full name for personal reasons
• People who want to formalise a name they have used for years
• Anyone who needs a formal document to update official records

How it works

1. Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
2. Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
3. A solicitor would then draft the deed poll to your circumstances.
4. Your deed poll is delivered to you by email, with signing and witnessing guidance.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a change of name deed poll cost in Ireland?

This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.

Do I need a deed poll to change my name in Ireland?

A deed poll is a common and widely accepted way to evidence a change of name. Some organisations accept other evidence, but a deed poll provides a formal record.

How is a deed poll signed?

It must be signed and witnessed correctly for it to be accepted. Signing and witnessing guidance is included with your deed poll.

For more on family and personal legal matters, see our Family Law in Ireland guides and services.

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