PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Services
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Loans
Car Loan
Compare Car Loans with Jerry
Jerry's Expert Advice
Car Loan Guides
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
How do I change the name on my car insurance policy?
I just got married! I decided to take his name. Now I realize I need to get my new last name on my insurance policy. How do I change the name on my car insurance policy?
Nick Kunze · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Changing your name on your car insurance can be done quickly by reaching out to your insurance provider. But before you can change your name on your car insurance policy, you must first change the name on your driver’s license. This can be done at your local DMV with a marriage certificate and other documentation.
Different providers will handle the name change differently. Some may require a phone call, while others can do it over email or online. Visit your provider’s website to find out more.
However, a marriage is a good time to reexamine your insurance coverage. Combining your coverage with your spouse can be a money-saving technique, as a
multi-vehicle
policy can lead to discounts.Use insurance broker
Jerry
if you decide to find a new policy. Jerry is a free app that will give you dozens of insurance quotes in seconds!”View full answer
- Gregory R.
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.
Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance
You Might Also Be Interested
Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry
What Others Are Asking
Browse More Content
Insurance in Your State
Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance
No long forms
No spam or unwanted phone calls
Quotes from top insurance companies
