With the ever-changing immigration rules, it is understandable that we will get confused with some minor things. One of which is the change in name. My FLR card is under my maiden name and my passport has been changed to my married name, as well as my bank statements, proof of address and all the other documents that I will use to apply for ILR or schedule the life in the UK test (wherein I would have to show identification). I was wondering if this would cause any problems since I didn't bother changing my FLR card to my married name?
Is that the same as 'biometric residence' card?? If it is the same then you will need to do something. UKBA say this:- "You must tell us as soon as you can if: - you change your name (for example, because of marriage or by deed poll); - you change your gender, legally or permanently; - you change your nationality; or - your facial appearance changes significantly. If you change any personal details listed above or any details shown on your biometric residence permit, you must apply for a new permit within 3 months using application form BRP(RC). If you do not do this, you may have to pay a financial penalty of up to £1,000 or we may shorten your permission to stay. You can download the application form and guidance from the right side of this page." See here:- http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/while-in-uk/do-i-need-brp/responsibilities/#
it's the UK residence permit card that they gave me when my FLR got approved... in which case, the 3 months have lapsed then since I had this 14 April 2010! and then you have to pay again for this new card! sheesh! everything you do and apply for needs money.. life in the Uk test, ILR, citizenship.. arrrgghhhh....
Hello I just found your post and my wife is in the same situation where she changed her name on her passport last year but did not change it on her residence permit card. Could you tell me did they fine you or did you change your name without a problem even though the 3 months had lapsed. we will too be applying for ILR in June. Thanks
Hi florgeW, I am in the same position you were. Didnt know I had to change the name on the BRP, so right now my BRP is in my maiden name and my passport(changed this early last year) in my married name. How were you able to sort this? Expecting your response soon. Thanks.
Hi florgeW and Chan, Still expecting your response on this. Kindly assist.I am so confused on what to do right now. Thanks
asorts, Florge is a busy mother of a young baby that takes up 99% of her time right now. If you need her direct assistance then PM her, she will get an email regarding that. Otherwise, please be patient.
soo sorry.... i have replied to your emails... and for the benefit of those who will find themselves in the same dilemma, I called the UKBA prior to submitting my ILR and was told that it's okay not to change the card.. just make sure that my passport has my maiden name on it and send also a copy of our marriage certificate.. this is okay.. got no fine.. but don't take my word on it though as UKBA changes their guidelines often so it is still best to contact them and ask... cheers!
