Q: Middle name change after marriage, Should I do it?
I am a permanent resident of the USA since 2016(it's not a marriage-based green card).
I am married in 2019 and I applied for US Citizenship in Jan 2022.
Till now I have not changed my middle name, also while filling the N-400 I used my original name(maiden name).
My US Citizenship interview is next week, I am thinking should I change my name or not.
Do we really need to change the name after marriage according to law?
If I don’t change the name will there be any issue in the future?
If I want to change my name, how to do it during the oath ceremony?
A: During an N-400 interview you may legally change your first and last name to anything you like, however, take notice that you would need to ensure that all your prior legal documents are in conformance with your selected legal name.
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