60-80% of brides take their husband's last name after the wedding. If you are taking your husband's surname, it's generally advised that you wait until you return from your honeymoon ... especially if a passport is involved. This ensures the last name on your ID matches the name on your passport, airline or cruise tickets, and your credit cards. One you return, make a checklist list of all the places you need to update your last name. This will help ensure you don't miss anything! Here's a short list to get you started: Auto Registration Auto Insurance Policy Bank Accounts Credit Card Accounts Deeds & Titles Dental Records Driver's License Employee Records Investment Accounts Life Insurance Policy Medical Records Memberships Online Accounts Passport Post Office Records Social Security Records Stock Certificates Tax Agencies (State and Federal) Voter Registration Card Will / Trust Did we miss anything? Tell us where else you need t...