How to Change Your Name in El Paso County, Texas
Changing your name in El Paso County (county seat: El Paso) means working through several offices in a specific order. This page lays out the exact steps, offices, and fees for El Paso County after marriage, divorce, or a court order.
Step 1 — Get your certified copies
Every agency needs to see an original certified document. For a marriage name change, order certified copies of your marriage certificate from the El Paso County Clerk. For divorce or a court order, you'll get certified copies from the District Clerk (below).
El Paso County Clerk
El Paso County District Clerk
Phone: (915) 546-2021 · Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Certified copy fee: $1 per page + $5 certification fee
Step 2 — Update Social Security
Update your Social Security record first — it must come before your driver's license. It's free, but bring your certified document and a current photo ID.
Local Social Security office
Step 3 — Update your Texas DPS license
Once your Social Security record is updated, visit the Texas DPS to reissue your driver's license or state ID with your new name.
Texas DPS office
Certified copy fee: $33
Step 4 — Update your passport
Submit the correct passport form with a certified copy of your name-change document. Passport services are available in El Paso.
Fees at a glance
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copies (El Paso County) | $7.00 |
| Social Security card update | Free |
| Driver's license reissue | $33 |
| U.S. passport update | $0–$130 (depends on timing) |
Local note: Main office: 500 E San Antonio Suite 105, El Paso TX 79901. VitalChek for mail/online orders.
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- How do I change my name after marriage in El Paso County, TX?
- Order certified copies of your marriage certificate from the El Paso County Clerk, then update your Social Security record, your Texas DPS driver's license, and your passport — in that order.
- How much does a certified copy cost in El Paso County?
- The El Paso County Clerk charges $7.00 for certified copies. Order at least three so each agency can keep one.
- Where is the El Paso County Clerk's office?
- Phone: (915) 546-2071. Confirm current hours before visiting.
- Do I need to go to court to change my name in El Paso County?
- No for a marriage or divorce name change — your certificate or decree is your legal document. A court-order name change requires filing a petition with the District Clerk and attending a hearing.