Although some brides in today's modern world choose not to change their last name, the practice of adding a hyphen followed by your husbands surname is becoming popular. Whether you decide to adopt you husbands surname or not, to avoid problems at a later date, tend to the task of formally changing your name as quickly as possible. This checklist should help, but please bear in mind that a copy of your marriage certificate may be required.

• Social Security
• Bank Accounts
• Credit Cards
• Dr/Dental Record
• Car Registration
• Passport
• Driving Licence
• Insurance Policies
• Credit Rating
• Employment Records
• Memberships & Subscriptions