I am also in the same boat. I dont have last name/surname in my passport. My name becomes Fnu <given name in passport> in US in each documents (I-94, SSN, DMV etc).
I want to get rid of FNU. I just want to add surname in my passport when living in US. I know I need to advertise in indian news paper and as well in US news paper. I can do that. I will also receive new pasport from US consulate with surname added.
Name in SSN is important when I am in US. Name according to SSN goes everywhere. DMV verify with SSN.
My concern is -
When you go to change name in SSN, will SSA allow to change name without getting new I-94 with updated name?
If I get name changed in SSN, will DMV allow name change in DL overlook I-94, VISA etc?
My understanding is VISA name can be changed later when you apply for extension/Transfer and new I-94 can be taken when you leave US and come back.
Is that true?
Please do reply, will appreciate your help.
Was you able to do it successfully?
I want to get rid of FNU. I just want to add surname in my passport when living in US. I know I need to advertise in indian news paper and as well in US news paper. I can do that. I will also receive new pasport from US consulate with surname added.
Name in SSN is important when I am in US. Name according to SSN goes everywhere. DMV verify with SSN.
My concern is -
When you go to change name in SSN, will SSA allow to change name without getting new I-94 with updated name?
If I get name changed in SSN, will DMV allow name change in DL overlook I-94, VISA etc?
My understanding is VISA name can be changed later when you apply for extension/Transfer and new I-94 can be taken when you leave US and come back.
Is that true?
Please do reply, will appreciate your help.
Was you able to do it successfully?