Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.
Before you start
Plan passport/ticket consistency before commitments.
Who is this guide for?
People selecting a surname following marriage.
Other new names may require the ordinary change procedure.
The checklist
Choose spelling and option
Desired-name details.
Do not book travel in a name absent from the valid document.
Prepare marriage evidence
Original and annexes.
Language requirements vary between services.
Arrange attendance
Appointment.
A driving licence is not bureau-service identification.
Submit and verify
Request and receipt.
Another person’s case does not determine your fee.
Link earlier records
New documents and change certificate.
Not every body updates automatically.
Official sources
These links let you check with the responsible authority. The website's verification date does not guarantee that every detail has remained up to date since then.
Frequently asked questions
Does the new name appear in the old passport automatically?
No. Check replacement requirements and obtain suitable valid documents before travel.
Reports help us check and update guides.