I receive a government pension. Recently I separated from my husband and I want to go back to my maiden name. How do I change the government records?
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Answer by Madylene Mendiola, Doonside 2767 NSW
- To change information held about you, you may:
- telephone the relevant government department or agency and ask them to change your information,
- see if they provide a form to fill in on their website, or
- send your request in writing by post or email.
- You should provide details of:
- the information that you want changed,
- your reasons for changing it, and
- any evidence of why it should be changed.
- The department or agency will give you an acknowledgement of receipt of your request within 14 days.
- They will give you their decision on your application which may take up to 30 days.
- There are no fees for a request to change your information.