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Who-To-Notify Checklist

The exact list of agencies and accounts to update after your name change — in the order that actually works, filtered to what you have.

Who-To-Notify Checklist Generator

Tell us what you have. We build the exact list, in the order that actually works.

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Which of these do you have? (check all that apply)

What this tool does

There's one universal answer to "who do I notify" — but the useful answer depends on which IDs and accounts you hold. This tool takes what triggered your name change and the accounts you check off, then builds an ordered, checkable list. It explains why each item sits where it does, links the official page, and remembers what you've finished.

The order everyone follows

  1. Social Security first — the DMV and passport verify against it.
  2. Driver's license / state ID, then passport.
  3. USPS, voter registration, employer, IRS.
  4. Banks, then insurance and everything else.

Step-by-step agency guides

1
Social Security
Free · 7–10 business days
2
Driver's License / State ID
About $10–$40 (varies by state) · Same day (temporary), card mailed in 1–3 weeks
3
US Passport
Free with DS-5504; about $130 (book) with DS-82 · Routine 4–6 weeks; expedited about 2–3 weeks (+$60)
4
USPS Mail
Free by mail form; $1.10 identity check online · Takes effect in 3 business days
5
Banks & Financial Accounts
Usually free · A few business days per institution
6
Employer & Payroll
Free · Next payroll cycle
7
IRS & Taxes
Free · Immediate once SSA is updated
8
Voter Registration
Free · A few minutes online; confirmation by mail
9
Insurance & Medical
Usually free · A few business days per provider

Read the full who-to-notify guide →

Frequently asked questions

Who do I need to notify after a name change?
In order: Social Security, then the DMV, passport, USPS, voter registration, employer, IRS, banks, and insurance. This tool filters that master list down to only the accounts you actually hold and keeps them in the correct order.
Why does the order matter?
Social Security must be first because the DMV and the passport agency verify your new name against the SSA record. Update those before SSA and they can reject your application.
Does the checklist save my progress?
Yes. As you check items off, your progress is saved in your browser, so you can close the page and come back to it. You can also print it or copy a link to your exact list.
Is it free?
Yes — no signup, no email, no fee. Your selections stay in your browser.

Federal facts (SSA, passport, IRS, USPS) last verified July 16, 2026. Methodology.