How do I change my name after marriage in Montgomery County, TX?

Order certified copies of your marriage certificate from the Montgomery 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 Montgomery County?

The Montgomery County Clerk charges ~$7.00 (unconfirmed — website inaccessible to automated research) for certified copies. Order at least three so each agency can keep one.

Where is the Montgomery County Clerk's office?

Phone: (936) 539-7885. Confirm current hours before visiting.

Do I need to go to court to change my name in Montgomery 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.

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How to Change Your Name in Montgomery County, Texas

Changing your name in Montgomery County (county seat: Conroe) means working through several offices in a specific order. This page lays out the exact steps, offices, and fees for Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Clerk. For divorce or a court order, you'll get certified copies from the District Clerk (below).

Montgomery County Clerk

Phone: (936) 539-7885

Certified copy fee: ~$7.00 (unconfirmed — website inaccessible to automated research)

www.mctx.org/departments/county_clerk

Montgomery County District Clerk

301 N Main St, Conroe TX 77301

Phone: (936) 539-7855 · Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Certified copy fee: $1 per page + $5 certification fee

www.mctx.org/departments/district_clerk

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

Conroe

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

Conroe

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 Houston.

Fees at a glance

Item	Cost
Certified copies (Montgomery County)	~$7.00 (unconfirmed — website inaccessible to automated research)
Social Security card update	Free
Driver's license reissue	$33
U.S. passport update	$0–$130 (depends on timing)

Local note: Main office: 210 W Davis St, Conroe TX 77301. County Clerk: L. Brandon Steinmann. mctx.org uses JavaScript SPA — fee unconfirmed. Call (936) 539-7885 to verify fee.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I change my name after marriage in Montgomery County, TX?: Order certified copies of your marriage certificate from the Montgomery 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 Montgomery County?: The Montgomery County Clerk charges ~$7.00 (unconfirmed — website inaccessible to automated research) for certified copies. Order at least three so each agency can keep one.
Where is the Montgomery County Clerk's office?: Phone: (936) 539-7885. Confirm current hours before visiting.
Do I need to go to court to change my name in Montgomery 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.