Deed Poll Singapore Lawyer
Deed Poll Singapore allows you to legally change your name for as little as $50. You can complete the process online with our easy, secure deed poll system.
If you’re a Singapore citizen looking to legally change your name, you’ll need to execute a deed poll—a legal document that declares your intention to adopt a new name. This document must be signed in the presence of a qualified lawyer in order to be valid.
Simple, Fast & Affordable Deed Poll Services
At JCP Law, we make the name change process easy and affordable. We are one of the leading deed poll providers in Singapore, offering:
- Online deed poll service – available from $50 per name change
- In-person deed poll service – available at $100
Our online application is extremely user-friendly and takes around 5 minutes to complete. It guides you step-by-step, so you can confidently prepare your deed poll without hassle.
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What Happens After Signing the Deed Poll?
Once your deed poll is properly signed and witnessed by our lawyer, you’ll need to submit it to the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) to officially update your name in government records.
You can do this in either of two ways:
- Online via the ICA website
- In person at the ICA Building
Please note that ICA charges a separate processing fee, which is not included in our service charges.
How We Help
- Drafting and preparing your deed poll
- Lawyer witnessing of your signature
- Clear guidance on next steps with ICA
Whether you prefer the convenience of an online process or a face-to-face appointment, we’re here to support your name change smoothly and efficiently. Start your deed poll application today using our online form. If you prefer to visit us in person please get in touch to make an appointment.
How it works
- Complete our simple online form - it takes about 5 minutes and costs $50.
- We’ll contact you to arrange a convenient time to stop by the office and sign your deed poll.
- You can then submit your deed poll at the ICA or via their online platform.
Frequently asked questions
I am changing the name of my child – does my child need to sign the deed poll at the lawyers’ office?
No, only the parents with custody are required to sign the deed poll.
After I do a deed poll and updated my NRIC, do I need to change my passport as well?
Please note that after you sign the deed poll and submit it to ICA, your passport is not automatically changed. You will need to apply for a new passport. It is recommended that you ensure that all your travel documents (passport, air tickets, hotel reservations) all reflect the same name.
Will a deed poll expire?
A deed poll does not expire, but it is recommended that it be submitted to ICA within 28 days of your signing of the deed poll.
It is not convenient for me to come to your office to sign the deed poll, can I e-sign the deed poll?
Yes, this can be arranged but additional charges apply because more time needs to spent by the lawyer. Please email us at hello@jcplaw.com.sg with your request.
I changed my name in the past via a deed poll but I have lost that deed poll. Do I need to make another deed poll?
You will need to make a Statutory Declaration to explain the circumstances. We are able to assist with this. Please email us at hello@jcplaw.com.sg with your request.
Are there any restrictions on my new name?
Generally, you are free to have any name that you like. However, a name that is calculated to be offensive, vulgar, or scandalous may be rejected for registration by ICA. To be sure, you can contact ICA to see if they will have any restrictions to the proposed new name.
Can I change my surname?
Yes
What documents do I need to bring along when coming to sign the deed poll?
Please bring along your Singapore NRIC, or SAF 11B (where applicable).
I am not a Singapore citizen, can I change my name via deed poll?
If you are not a Singapore citizen, the procedure for you to change your name in government records may not be the same as Singapore. We recommend that you get in touch with the Embassy of the country of your citizenship to find out the process for changing your name.
I have joint custody of my child with my ex-spouse but he/she is no longer contactable. Can I still proceed with the deed poll?
If both parents have joint custody of the child, ICA still generally requires both parents to sign the deed poll.
Can I change the name on my/my child’s birth certificate?
No, ICA does not permit a change of particulars on the birth certificate.
I have done a deed poll and submitted it to ICA. Do I need to notify anyone else?
You may wish to update your financial institutions, telcos, credit companies, and any other organisation where you have an account or ongoing commitments. ICA only updates government agencies.
What clients say.
Highly Recommend! Professional and reliable~ JCP Law was incredibly professional and handled my complex "proxy collection" for me perfectly. Special thanks to Ms. Diana Seow for personally going to the university to collect my documents.
Extremely impressed with JCP Law's team, especially Ms. Kaeley. They completed a notarised deed poll with apostille and mailed it to me overseas, all in under a week. Exceptionally fast and efficient.
They accomodated all of my requests regarding my documents to be certified as true copy. The staff are very helpful and friendly, they even offered to send me the scanned copies of my documents with free of charge which made it more easier for me to submit my…
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