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Request to enrol a Deed Poll form
This form requests the official enrollment of a Deed Poll with the Courts Service of Ireland. Use it when you want to make a name change legally binding through the court system.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Request to enrol a Deed Poll form
This form requests the official enrollment of a Deed Poll with the Courts Service of Ireland. Use it when you want to make a name change legally binding through the court system.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is failing to include the original Deed Poll with the enrollment request.
- 2Incorrectly completing the form may lead to rejection
- 3Failure to provide proper identification may delay processing
- 4Not including witness signatures can invalidate the request
- 5Submitting without the required fee will result in rejection
Plain English
A Deed Poll is a legal way to change your name. This form asks the court to officially record your name change, making it legally recognized throughout Ireland.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no strict deadline for submitting this form, but allow 4-6 weeks for processing before you need to use your new name for official purposes.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you want to enroll a Deed Poll for a personal name change
- Use this form when you want your name change to be legally recognized
- Use this form when you need official documentation of your name change
- Do not use this form for changing a company name - use CRO forms instead
- Do not use this form for changing a child's name - use separate legal procedures
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Changing a company name
Registered companies must use CRO forms
✓ Check company registration requirements first
Changing a child's name
Different legal process for minors
✓ Consult a family law solicitor
Married couple changing both names
Each person needs their own Deed Poll
✓ Complete separate forms for each person
Changing a business name
Business registration changes require CRO submission
✓ Verify CRO requirements for business types
Deadline or filing window
There is no strict deadline for submitting this form, but allow 4-6 weeks for processing before you need to use your new name for official purposes.
Before you submit
- 1Form is fully completed with all required fields
- 2Original Deed Poll is attached
- 3All signatures are present and witnessed
- 4Correct fee payment included
- 5Form is signed in blue ink
- 6Form is not dated more than 6 months before submission
- 7Copy of form is kept for personal records
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the official Request to enrol a Deed Poll form from the Courts Service website
- 2Complete all sections with accurate personal details
- 3Sign the form in the presence of an independent witness
- 4Attach the original Deed Poll document
- 5Include the required fee payment
- 6Submit the completed package to the appropriate High Court office
- 7Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
Known limitations
- 1The form cannot be used for changing a company name
- 2The form cannot be used for changing a child's name
- 3The form must be accompanied by an original Deed Poll
- 4The form requires witness signatures to be valid
- 5Digital submission may not be available for all court offices
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current version of this form was updated in 2021 to include additional identification requirements.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Updated identification requirements in 2021
- Added digital signature acceptance
- Revised witness declaration section
- Updated fee schedule
- Added online submission option
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/09/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose is to enroll a Deed Poll with the court system
- SRCRequires original Deed Poll to be attached
- SRCProcessing time is typically 4-6 weeks
- SRCFee payment is required but amount varies
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact fee amount
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific court office locations
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: digital submission availability
Common confusion points
Confusion between executing a Deed Poll and enrolling it
Uncertainty about who can act as a witness
Not realizing that both the Deed Poll and enrollment are separate processes
Confusion about which court office to submit to
Uncertainty about the required fee amount
Not knowing if digital signatures are accepted
Confusion about whether a solicitor is required
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