• Can I use a passport in my maiden name?

Modified on Thu, 24 Oct at 4:02 PM

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If you are completing a digital ID check, all documents scanned must be in your full current legal name.

This means that you cannot use a passport in your maiden name.

If you are not undergoing a digital ID check, you will have slightly more options regarding your passport.

While you still won't be able to use this for most checks, you can use this for a UK Right To Work check, provided that you present a proof of name change document along with the passport—such as a marriage certificate.

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For guidance on providing your name history, please visit this page: How do I enter my full name history?

For help with scanning your documents for Digital ID, you can visit this page: Digital ID User Guide / Post Office EasyID / Yoti.

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