Is a change of name necessary?
It is not necessary for a married woman wishing to assume her husband's surname to register a change of name. However, should the married man wish to assume his wife's surname, it is recommended that he formally register a change of name for it to be recognised in society.A woman may revert to a previous married surname or to the surname recorded on her birth registration upon divorce or at any time without registering a change of name at the Registration Office.
Divorces are processed through the Family Court
Family Court of Australia3 Angas Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Phone: 1300 352 000 | Fax: (08) 8219 1625
Councelling Service: (08) 8205 2600
Email: adelaide@familycourt.gov.au
Internet: www.familycourt.gov.au
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