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Name change with dwp?

I’m getting married soon therefore will be changing my surname.
How do I change my surname with the benefits?
Do I call them or write to them?
Will I have have to send my marriage certificate as proof?
Is it an easy process just to change my surname?
We already claim as a couple so it would only be my name change, will this cause a claim for uc?
Do I have to contact say esa, child Benefit and tax credits separately?
Sorry for all the questions just niggling questions I have, thank you in advance
Wishing everyone the best of luck for 2020 ☘️

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  • poppy12345
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    doodygirl wrote: »
    I’m getting married soon therefore will be changing my surname.
    How do I change my surname with the benefits?
    Do I call them or write to them?
    Will I have have to send my marriage certificate as proof?
    Is it an easy process just to change my surname?
    We already claim as a couple so it would only be my name change, will this cause a claim for uc?
    Do I have to contact say esa, child Benefit and tax credits separately?
    Sorry for all the questions just niggling questions I have, thank you in advance
    You should ring each department once you're married. You may need to send a copy of your marriage certificate.



    This won't prompt a move to UC because you're already claiming as a couple.
    https://www.gov.uk/report-benefits-change-circumstances
  • i would write to each dept. enclosing a copy of marriage certificate.
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