Name Change Request

Name Change Requests

Students can update the name held on their TU Dublin student record in a number of ways, depending on the type of change required.

Please review the options below to determine the process that applies to you.

1. Preferred Name

A preferred name is the name you would like to be known by during your studies.

Examples include:

• Using a shortened version of your first name (e.g. Christopher to Chris)
• Using your middle name instead of your first name
• Using another name that you are commonly known by

A preferred name does not change your legal student record and may not appear on official University documentation such as transcripts, award parchments or graduation records.

You can update your preferred name yourself through Self-Service Banner (SSB).

How to Update Your Preferred Name in Self-Service Banner

1. Log in to Self-Service Banner (SSB).
2. Select Personal Information.
3. Select Update Preferred Name.
4. Enter your preferred name.
5. Review the information entered.
6. Select Save.

Please note that it may take some time for changes to appear across University systems.

Access Self-Service Banner (SSB):  Student Services Dashboard

2. Legal Name Change

A legal name change updates your official student record and University documentation. To process a legal name change request, you must upload supporting documentation showing your legal name.

A legal name change updates your official student record and University documentation.

Examples include:

• Marriage or civil partnership
• Divorce and reverting to a previous surname
• Deed Poll or Change of Name Certificate
• Correction of a legal name recorded incorrectly
• Change of legal name following the issue of official documentation

Requests must be supported by appropriate documentation.

Accepted Supporting Documentation

You will be required to upload a copy of one of the relevant Documents below:

• Passport
• Birth Certificate
• Marriage Certificate
• Deed Poll / Change of Name Certificate
• Gender Recognition Certificate
• Other official documentation where appropriate

Please ensure all uploaded documents are clear, legible and show the name you wish to have recorded on your student record.

Before You Submit Your Request

Please ensure:

• Your Student Number is included
• Your new name is entered exactly as it appears on your supporting documentation
• Supporting documents are clear and legible
• All uploaded documentation matches the details provided

Submit a Legal Name Change Request:  Legal Name Change Form

3. Gender Identity and Expression

Students who wish to update their name, gender and/or pronouns under TU Dublin's Gender Identity and Expression Policy should use the dedicated Gender Identity and Expression Change of Student Records Request Form.

This process is managed separately from standard legal name changes and is coordinated across a number of University systems and services.

Through this process, students can request changes to:

• Recorded name
• Gender
• Pronouns

Please note:

• Some records can be updated without legal documentation.
• Certain records may require legal documentation before changes can be made.
• Requests are handled confidentially and processed in accordance with TU Dublin policies and data protection requirements.
• Changes are coordinated across multiple University systems to ensure consistency of records.

Access the Gender Identity and Expression Change of Student Records Request Form:

Gender Identity and Expression Name Change Form

Replacement Student Card

Students whose name has been updated on their student record may be eligible to request a replacement student card displaying their updated details.

Need Help?

If you are unsure which option applies to your circumstances, please contact the Student Hub and we will direct you to the appropriate process.