Name change during interview

sitakk

New Member
Hi,
When I went for my naturalization interview, the officer told me that I had to take up my husband's last name (which is his father's given name). My husband's given name is my last name as well as my children's last name. It is the name on my green card and on all legal documents. It is the name I have used since I got married.
Is there any law that requires me to take up my husband's last name?
I am yet to take my oath and would like to see if I can do anything to retain my current last name before I am naturalized.
Thanks,
Sita
 
Hi there!

There is no such law. Nobody can force you to take on your husband's name. I agree, get an infopass appointment and set them straight!

Cheers!
 
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