Just because you have a marriage license with your new last name, doesn't mean you've officially changed your name. (If you thought the wedding was the hard part, wait until you see the lines at the social security office and DMV.) Rather do it the old-school way? Follow these steps: 1. Get your marriage license.Before you can change your name, you'll need the original (or certified) marriage license with the raised seal and your new last name on it. Call the clerk's office where your license was filed to get copies if one wasn't automatically sent to you. 2. Change your Social Security card.Visit the Social Security Administration's website and fill out the application for a ...
Changing Your Name
