Bank of Scotland
Change your name on Bank of Scotland after a deed poll
Bank of Scotland says personal name changes are handled in branch or in writing after completing its form. It needs old and new signatures plus original or certified supporting documents.
First-party source checked
We checked this procedure against Bank of Scotland's own published guidance on 9 September 2026. Bank procedures change, so use the official page as the final authority before sending documents.
Open Bank of Scotland's official guidanceCurrent procedure
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Complete the change-name form, then visit a branch or post the form and supporting evidence.
Evidence to prepare
- Original or certified evidence appropriate to the reason for the change.
- Old and new signatures.
Evidence rules can differ by product and by the reason for the name change. A deed poll is evidence of a change of name; it does not override a bank's customer-identification requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What is the official source for changing my name with Bank of Scotland?
This guide was checked against Bank of Scotland's own published customer guidance on 2026-09-09. Use the official-source link on this page before submitting documents because bank procedures can change.
Will an unenrolled deed poll always be accepted on its own?
Not necessarily. Banks set their own evidence policies. Some accept an unenrolled deed poll directly, while others require extra ID in the new name or another supporting document.
Should I send an original deed poll by post?
Follow Bank of Scotland's current instructions. Some banks ask for originals, some accept certified copies and some provide a digital upload route. Do not post irreplaceable identity documents unless the bank specifically tells you to.
Need proof of a name change?
You can prepare an unenrolled deed poll yourself for free using GOV.UK guidance. Our paid service is for document preparation and support; individual organisations decide what evidence they will accept.
Other bank name-change guides
Each indexed guide below is tied to a first-party bank source and reviewed independently.