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Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 1:45 am
C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
http://www.britainusa.com/files/adob...9o25299o_5.pdf

The link above does not give me the answer I am looking for?

Only want to do a name change.

1.Section 10 Completed by a countersignature do I have to get someone to do that as its a name change?

2. Do I have to send in new photo's?

3.My Birth cert does not have my parents names on it was issued in 88 as mum lost the original its been through every other passport and immigration check thats all I have!!

4.Who would you suggest I send it by Courier,UPS,Fedex??

Cheers in advance :)

lisa67 Apr 3rd 2008 2:10 am
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
My "guess" is that even if you only wnat to change your name they will issue you with a new passport and therefore you'll have to send in photos...I may be wrong though..is there a help line phone number ? Could you call the Embassy in Washington ?

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 2:13 am
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by lisa67 (Post 6150809)
My "guess" is that even if you only wnat to change your name they will issue you with a new passport and therefore you'll have to send in photos...I may be wrong though..is there a help line phone number ? Could you call the Embassy in Washington ?
I was under the inderstanding that the passport stayed the same and only the name was adjusted..

But Thank you.... sure someone will chime in who has done it :)

Wondering is this is all they want

You should send your current passport and if:

a) your name has changed through marriage, you must enclose the full original civil marriage certificate bearing a raised seal. You should also enclose evidence of termination of any previous marriages.

Jerseygirl Apr 3rd 2008 6:27 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6150822)
I was under the inderstanding that the passport stayed the same and only the name was adjusted..

But Thank you.... sure someone will chime in who has done it :)

Wondering is this is all they want

You should send your current passport and if:

a) your name has changed through marriage, you must enclose the full original civil marriage certificate bearing a raised seal. You should also enclose evidence of termination of any previous marriages.
Yes they will need to see the decree absolute or whatever its called here. They should already have details of your marriage on file...but what the hell send the marriage certificate anyway.

As far as the photos are concerned...if you still look like the person in the current photo you do not need to get them countersigned.

Kaffy Mintcake Apr 3rd 2008 9:46 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6150822)
I was under the inderstanding that the passport stayed the same and only the name was adjusted..

But Thank you.... sure someone will chime in who has done it :)

Wondering is this is all they want

You should send your current passport and if:

a) your name has changed through marriage, you must enclose the full original civil marriage certificate bearing a raised seal. You should also enclose evidence of termination of any previous marriages.
I think (but am not positive) that you will get a new passport, but that they will return the old one to you (obviously punched to make it invalid, etc.). I'm actually getting ready to do the same thing, but mine is also expired.

Kaffy Mintcake Apr 3rd 2008 9:48 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6154339)
Yes they will need to see the decree absolute or whatever its called here. They should already have details of your marriage on file...but what the hell send the marriage certificate anyway.

As far as the photos are concerned...if you still look like the person in the current photo you do not need to get them countersigned.
I know I called the courthouse who has our marriage certificate and the clerk knew exactly what type of certificate to produce for the passport. I think Poppygirl will have to do this. A plain old copy doesn't do it.

Jerseygirl Apr 3rd 2008 9:49 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by KJ2007 (Post 6155632)
I know I called the courthouse who has our marriage certificate and the clerk knew exactly what type of certificate to produce for the passport. I think Poppygirl will have to do this. A plain old copy doesn't do it.
She's applying for a UK PP so she can't go to the courthouse...everything has to be done via the UK Embassy in DC.

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 9:58 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6155639)
She's applying for a UK PP so she can't go to the courthouse...everything has to be done via the UK Embassy in DC.
I have the original raised stamp marriage cert and the original divorce papers.

Kaffy Mintcake Apr 3rd 2008 9:59 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6155639)
She's applying for a UK PP so she can't go to the courthouse...everything has to be done via the UK Embassy in DC.
Ah - I was thinking it was a US passport - my mistake. I had to call Arizona to get my paperwork, it was a pain.

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 9:59 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6154339)
Yes they will need to see the decree absolute or whatever its called here. They should already have details of your marriage on file...but what the hell send the marriage certificate anyway.

As far as the photos are concerned...if you still look like the person in the current photo you do not need to get them countersigned.
lol just reminded me better go get the photo's done so I can send the passport on monday.

Jerseygirl Apr 3rd 2008 10:01 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6155693)
I have the original raised stamp marriage cert and the original divorce papers.
I really don't think they'll need your marriage certificate...but if in doubt send it. You don't need to Fed Ex it...I took mine to the PO and got a return receipt.

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 10:18 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6155714)
I really don't think they'll need your marriage certificate...but if in doubt send it. You don't need to Fed Ex it...I took mine to the PO and got a return receipt.
Back already photo's done at walgreens its only next door lol..

I will send the marriage cert just incase I am more worried that they won't send the originals back.

I will overnight it with Fedex quicker I think!

I did see someone mention a courier once, I want it back ASAP because no GC or passport is a bit scary.
Oh the Birth cert what do you reckon?

Jerseygirl Apr 3rd 2008 10:20 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6155791)
Back already photo's done at walgreens its only next door lol..

I will send the marriage cert just incase I am more worried that they won't send the originals back.

I will overnight it with Fedex quicker I think!

I did see someone mention a courier once, I want it back ASAP because no GC or passport is a bit scary.
Oh the Birth cert what do you reckon?
It took about 2 weeks for mine a year ago...I think the time frame is approx the same now.

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 10:21 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6155799)
I took about 2 weeks for mine a year ago...I think the time frame is approx the same now.
and the birth cert you did not send it?

Jerseygirl Apr 3rd 2008 10:24 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6155806)
and the birth cert you did not send it?
No because they already have your details on file...or should I say in their computer system.;)

snowbunny Apr 3rd 2008 10:26 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6155791)
Oh the Birth cert what do you reckon?
If you want one (and it may come in handy in future), why not order one from the GRO?

http://www.gro.gov.uk/gro/content/ce...der-online.asp

You should have all the full details needed without the GRO reference but if you do not, you can PM me your name and quarter (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct) and year of birth and I can look it up for you (I'm a family historian with paid access to the GRO records).

And as JG says, the government can obviously look you up as well. ;)

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 10:26 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6155817)
No because they already have your details on file...or should I say in their computer system.;)
Cool thanks for your help, and my room-mate is a notary so she can sign the phots.

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 10:28 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by snowbunny (Post 6155826)
If you want one (and it may come in handy in future), why not order one from the GRO?

http://www.gro.gov.uk/gro/content/ce...der-online.asp

You should have all the full details needed without the GRO reference but if you do not, you can PM me your name and quarter (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct) and year of birth and I can look it up for you (I'm a family historian with paid access to the GRO records).

And as JG says, the government can obviously look you up as well. ;)
Thank you I have the Birth Cert, but its from 88 as mum lost the original and it does not have both parents names on.

Jerseygirl Apr 3rd 2008 10:29 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6155829)
Cool thanks for your help, and my room-mate is a notary so she can sign the phots.
I don't think a US notary is viable in the UK Govs eyes. Don't worry if you look recognisable from your current PP photo there is no need to get the pics countersigned. I didn't get mine signed.

The reason I said that about a notary is I had no end of problems with a US notary recently when trying to buy property in the UK. The qualifications required for a US notary is nothing like what's required to be a UK notary.

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 10:30 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6155843)
I don't think a US notary is viable in the UK Govs eyes. Don't worry if you look recognisable from your current PP photo there is no need to get the pics countersigned. I didn't get mine signed.
Better still but it does say they have to be signed!!

snowbunny Apr 3rd 2008 10:34 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6155851)
Better still but it does say they have to be signed!!
Is there a British consulate in Cali? Americans overseas can get a notary/sworn affidavit service from the US consulates and embassies.

Jerseygirl Apr 3rd 2008 10:34 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6155851)
Better still but it does say they have to be signed!!
No it doesn't...not if your appearance is recognisable from your previous PP pics. It says it in the instructions somewhere. Ask Ray...this topic's been discussed several times recently.

If you do get them signed...I'm pretty sure it has to be a proff. person who has known you for a min of 2 year. ie doctor, preacher, teacher etc.

Poppy girl Apr 3rd 2008 10:36 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by snowbunny (Post 6155867)
Is there a British consulate in Cali? Americans overseas can get a notary/sworn affidavit service from the US consulates and embassies.
British Consulate-General, Los Angeles
11766 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1200
Los Angeles, CA 90025-6538
Main Tel: (310) 481-0031
Main Fax: (310) 481-2960

And Thanks Jersey ;)

Bill_S Apr 3rd 2008 10:37 pm
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 6155869)

If you do get them signed...I'm pretty sure it has to be a proff. person who has known you for a min of 2 year. ie doctor, preacher, teacher etc.
I think we can rule that one out...

cranners99 Apr 4th 2008 1:54 am
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Just a couple of points:

1. Don't get a US notary to sign any part of your C1 or photos. The countersigner should be someone who has known you for at least 2 years and of good standing. Using a notary is effectively buying a signature and the Embassy will reject it.

2. Be aware that refunds are no linger given for unsuccessful or fraudulent passport applications. Previously British Citizens entitled to UK passports were subsidising time spent by staff dealing with spurious, fraudulent and ineligible applications. This will now cease, and everyone will pay the fee. What they mean by this is that you now pay for the processing of the application, not the passport itself.

3. Any original documents you send will be returned to you. Part of the application fee is for return by UPS signed for.

4. All passport applications are done through DC unless it is a genuine emergency, so don't bother the consulate in LA.

HTH,

C

Poppy girl Apr 4th 2008 2:52 am
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by cranners99 (Post 6156401)
Just a couple of points:

1. Don't get a US notary to sign any part of your C1 or photos. The countersigner should be someone who has known you for at least 2 years and of good standing. Using a notary is effectively buying a signature and the Embassy will reject it.

2. Be aware that refunds are no linger given for unsuccessful or fraudulent passport applications. Previously British Citizens entitled to UK passports were subsidising time spent by staff dealing with spurious, fraudulent and ineligible applications. This will now cease, and everyone will pay the fee. What they mean by this is that you now pay for the processing of the application, not the passport itself.

3. Any original documents you send will be returned to you. Part of the application fee is for return by UPS signed for.

4. All passport applications are done through DC unless it is a genuine emergency, so don't bother the consulate in LA.

HTH,

C

Thank you...you have connections I take it?

Jerseygirl Apr 4th 2008 3:01 am
Re: C1 Passport form help please, name change!
 
Originally Posted by Poppy girl (Post 6156581)
Thank you...you have connections I take it?
No he just read the previous posts. :lol:


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