Name change in Illinois

These are the steps most people follow for a name change in Illinois, in order. Each links to its official source and the date we last checked it. When you're ready, build a personalized checklist that covers every document at once.

This is general information, not legal advice. Requirements change, so always confirm with the official source linked on each step, and talk to a lawyer or legal-aid organization about your specific situation.

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  1. Step 1: Get a court order for your name change

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    📝 Get the official form: Request for Name Change (Adult Name Change) — Illinois Supreme Court statewide approved form NC-A

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  2. Step 2: Update your Social Security record

    Do first: Court order

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    📝 Get the official form: Form SS-5 — Application for a Social Security Card

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  3. Step 3: Update your U.S. passport

    Do first: Court order

    Needs reverification, so we don't show it as current.

    📝 Get the official form: Form DS-82 — U.S. Passport Renewal

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Where to get help

These organizations publish their own guides or can help you directly.