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How to Change Your Name in Massachusetts
Every Massachusetts county handles name changes a little differently — different clerk offices, fees, and processing times. Below are detailed, county-specific guides plus the steps that apply statewide.
Pick your Massachusetts county
Every Massachusetts county is covered. Pick yours for the offices, fees and forms that apply where you live.
Barnstable County
Berkshire County
Bristol County
Dukes County
Essex County
Franklin County
Hampden County
Hampshire County
Middlesex County
Nantucket County
Norfolk County
Plymouth County
Suffolk County
Worcester County
The Massachusetts name-change steps
1. Certified copies. Get them from your county clerk (marriage) or the Probate and Family Court (divorce or court order).
2. Social Security. Update your SSA record first — it's free.
3. Massachusetts RMV. Reissue your license with your new name.
4. Passport. Submit the correct form with a certified copy.
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- How do I change my name in Massachusetts?
- Get certified copies of your marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order, then update Social Security, your Massachusetts driver's license, and your passport in that order. Exact offices and fees vary by county — pick your county below.
- How long does a name change take in Massachusetts?
- A marriage or divorce name change usually takes a few weeks once you have certified copies. A court-order name change takes longer because of the petition and hearing.