Name Change for Immigrants and New US Citizens
Updated May 2026 · Not legal advice
Immigrants often juggle multiple name spellings across passports, visas, and I-94 records. After naturalization or a court order, update SSA first, then REAL ID documents, then banks—carrying certified translations when agencies request them.
Official reference: USCIS.gov
Name change for immigrants and new US citizens
USCIS, SSA, and state DMVs each have different document rules. Keep a certified chain showing how prior names connect to your current legal name.