QUESTION
How should I apply for a green card after having a name change?
Asked on Jan 31st, 2011 on Immigration - Florida
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I've recently got married to a US citizen and now I am preparing paperwork for greencard application. I want to have my husband's last name, but I don't know how to proceed. Should I apply for greencard with my maiden name (considering my passport, driver license, ss have my maiden name) or can I write my married name on forms even though I can't change my documents yet? How should I proceed? My visa has expired already so I can't change my driver's license or SS without government authorization, I think. Thanks.
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Immigration and Naturalization Attorney serving San Diego, CA
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You can put your married name on the forms and then show your maiden name where it requests you to provide all other names used. Be prepared to submit documentation to support this but it should be fine. If you are out of the U.S. this may be more difficult as most consulates using the naming system of that country.
Answered on Feb 21st, 2011 at 2:55 PM
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Congratulations on your marriage. I routinely use a woman's married name on the applications despite having no ID with that name. The green card is then issued in that name. In the meantime, you can ask the DMV and all other agencies to issue new cards by showing your marriage certificate.
Answered on Jan 31st, 2011 at 5:43 PM
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Prepare your document under your new married name. Your work permit will be under your new married name, your SSN and everything else, including the green card. Your marriage certificate can be the document to show the legal change of name. Good luck.
Answered on Jan 31st, 2011 at 4:13 PM
Should not be a problem to state both your new name and your maiden name on your application form.
Answered on Jan 31st, 2011 at 3:28 PM