Can my wife use her marriage name on her passport?
I have a very specific question regarding my wife's passport. Can she keep her marriage name on the passport and keep her maiden name as is in other documents such as Aadhar, PAN Card and Voters ID card?
Yes, Your wife can retain the name on her marriage certificate on her passport. She can retain her maiden name on documents such as her Aadhar, PAN card, and Voter ID. For that, she needs to apply for re-issue of the passport with the new name. The process involves making the application at a Passport Seva Kendra, either online or at the Passport Seva portal, accompanied by a marriage certificate and her existing passport. It is at this stage that all documentations should be uniform to prevent future legal fights.
Yes, your wife can retain her marriage name on her passport while keeping her maiden name on other identification documents like her Aadhar card, PAN card, and Voter ID. In India, the choice of name after marriage is personal, and there is no legal requirement to change her maiden name across all documents. However, if she wishes to use her married name on her passport, she must submit a request during the application or renewal process, providing relevant marriage proof, such as the marriage certificate. It’s advisable for her to maintain consistency in her name usage to avoid confusion in future legal matters.
Sir, the name in passport and other relevant documents should be the same to avoid any complications in future. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
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