I've changed my name, what do I do?
To change your name on your current or savings account, cards and statements, you’ll need to visit us and bring proof of your name change. This must be original documents, not copies. Please choose a date and time that suits you.
You can also write to us at Barclays, Leicester, LE87 2BB. Please send us certified copies of your original documents. To certify a document, you’ll need to get it signed and dated by a professional, such as a solicitor, dentist or teacher.
Documents you’ll need
| If you’re 18 and over and want to change your | You’ll need |
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| First name, middle name or full name, including spelling changes – for example, ‘Steven’ to ‘Stephen’. | A government-issued photo ID showing your new name, such as your driving licence, passport or residence permit . |
| Surname only. | Marriage certificate, decree absolute or a deed poll certificate. |
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No documents needed. |
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An official letter confirming your title or a deed poll certificate. |
If you’re under 18, you can change your name and details with a deed poll certificate.
We accept deed poll certificates that you’ve created yourself or bought online. It doesn’t need to be witnessed by a solicitor, but it’ll have to be signed by you and witnessed by someone else.
Other accounts and services with us
If you have any of these products, you’ll need to use the contact details shown here to make any changes.
- Barclaycard – you can find more information on the Barclaycard site
- Mortgage – if you’re changing your name by post or visiting us, please let us know that you have a mortgage with us so we can update your name for that too
- Currency account – call 0345 975 7575. We’re here Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm. If you have a Wealth Management or Private Banking client, please speak to your personal banker or servicing team
- Home insurance – for policy codes starting with MPH, call 0800 051 3533. For policy codes starting with MHO, BHI, BCI or WCI, call 0800 015 0246. We’re here Monday to Friday, from 8am to 10pm, Saturdays from 8am to 6pm, and Sundays and bank holidays from 10am to 4pm
- Life insurance – depending on who your policy is with, you’ll need to call Aviva on 0800 046 6171 (Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm, Saturdays from 8am to 6pm and Sundays and bank holidays from 10am to 4pm) or Legal & General on 03700 104 080 (Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 6pm, and Saturdays from 9am to 1pm)
- Payment protection insurance or income insurance – call Monument Insurance DAC on 0800 056 1414 (Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5:30pm).