If you've changed your name, you need to let us know.
If you’ve changed your name after marriage, the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages has information on how to register your name change.
What you need to do
You can update your name in person at DTMI service centre or regional agent.
You'll need to bring:
- a completed Change of Personal Details (Form C4)
- primary and secondary proof of identity of which:
- 1 is primary and
- 1 is secondary
- originals of any documentation relating to your name change e.g. marriage, change of name or birth certificate issued by Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages or Freedom of Information (FOI) decision letter.
Please note:
- your identity and change of name documents should show a clear link between your names
- at least 1 of the documents should contain your signature
- commemorative marriage certificates will not be accepted.
Example scenarios
The rules for changing your name can be different depending on your situation. The examples below show what you need to do if you are returning to your maiden name, got married overseas, or are a non‑Australian resident.
How Lisa reverted to her Maiden name after divorce
Sarah changed her name after getting married overseas
How Samir updated his name as a Non-Australian Resident
Replacement card or document fees
There is no fee payable to change your name, organisation name, address or gender.
However, you will need to pay a fee if you request a replacement driver's licence card, WA photo card, vehicle licence document, or learner’s permit card.
WA photo card
| Fee description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Replacement WA Photo Card | $33.30 |
| Replacement WA Photo Card: Pensioner or Senior concession | $16.65 |
| Application or replacement or additional WA Photo Card: Aged Pensioner | No fee |
Driver's licence card
| Fee description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Duplicate/replacement driver's licence card | $33.30 |
| Duplicate/replacement driver's licence card (Pensioners and Seniors) | $16.65 |
| Duplicate/replacement driver's licence card (Aged Pensioners) | No fee |
Learner's permit
| Fee description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Learner's Permit card replacement | $33.30 |
Vehicle licence
| Fee description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Duplicate or certified copy of vehicle licence document | $6.90 |
Recreational Skipper's Ticket
| Fee description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Replacement of Recreational Skipper's Ticket card | $26.00 |
Need help?
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us.