Do I need to change my name on my national passport after getting my first and last name changed through marriage to US citizen?

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   Alexander SegalPro

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   Answered March 03, 2013 19:30. Each country has its own rules. You should consult yours to find out more. It can be done through the embassy, when possible, or if not via relatives and friends back there. Some countries' consulates have very hostile attitudes towards their own citizens. Their personnel is rule and unresponsive. If this is the case then use the second option I outlined. For US purposes, it makes no difference whether you do that or not.

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   Sasha Lazarevich-Sinnott

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   Answered March 03, 2013 19:31. Yes, you should change your name on your passport and all other documents. If you don't want to have problems with reentry your identification documents should reflect your legal name.

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   J Ferrari

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   Answered March 04, 2013 10:19. It is always best to have all documents match.

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