PhilHealth ID

One of the government offices you should prioritize for a change of marital
status in the Philippines is PhilHealth. Filipinos can enjoy health benefits from
this institution, so make sure you properly update your PhilHealth information. 

Here are the requirements needed to update your marital status on

PhilHealth:

Requirements for change of status:

 PhilHealth Member Registration Form (PMRF)

 Marriage Certificate (bring both the original and a photocopy for
verification purposes)
 Old PhilHealth ID Card (for brides who want to change
their surname after marrying in the Philippines)
 Valid ID for backup purposes

Process:

1. Visit the closest PhilHealth office or satellite office.

2. Head to the customer service personnel and state that you wish to
change your civil status. You will be given a blank PMRF.
3. Fill out the PMRF. Once finished, submit it to the counter. Your marital
status will be processed as you wait. If you opt to have a change of
surname after marriage, you will be issued a new PhilHealth ID.

Updating your civil status and changing your name is free of charge.
Transaction time is typically less than five minutes, excluding queuing time.
The PMRF is also available online, so you can choose to download it and fill it
out in your free time.

Social Security System (SSS)

If you are employed, ask your HR team regarding their process on how to
change your Philippine marital status and name in SSS. They’ll also advise
you on the SSS requirements for a change of status. While the process may
vary per employer, it’s best to inquire from your company’s HR. 

Below is a list of the requirements and standard method for your reference:

Requirements for change of status:

 Marriage certificate
 Member’s Data Change Request (SS Form E-4)
 UMID card or 2 valid IDs
 Authorization letter for your employer to handle the SSS process for
your change of civil status

Process:

 Inform your employer that you wish to update your SSS status from

single to married. You’ll receive a Member’s Data Change Request (SS
Form E-4) from them. Fill it out and submit it to your HR along with your
authorization letter.
 Submit copies of your UMID, marriage certificate, and government-
issued identification.
 Follow up occasionally with your HR department.

If you’re currently unemployed, head over to the nearest SSS branch and
submit the change of status requirements above. The customer service
personnel at SSS will guide you in changing your name and other details.
Typically, the processing will only take a day, but make sure to ask the
personnel.

Updated: You can now request for a name correction online

The SSS member portal now offers a quick and easy way to change your
Philippine marital status or correct your name. Follow the steps below:

1.
1. Head over to the official SSS website. Click “MEMBER” from the
list of portals.
2. Log in to your account. Select “E-SERVICES” from the main
menu and then click on “Request for Member Data Change
(Simple Correction).”
3. Click on the type of member data you want to be changed. Then
fill out the appropriate fields and upload the requirements we
listed above.
4. Keep a copy of your transaction number.
5. Wait for an email from SSS to inform you about your request.
Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)

Updating your marital status in your taxpayer information is also a must. To

know how to update your marital status on BIR, you can go to their official
website and find out the necessary requirements and steps to update your
marital status. Use the list below to guide you through the change of status
process.

To change your marital status, you must go to their official website and fill out
a BIR form first. The form you need to fill in depends on your employment
status. Here are the following requirements and processes applicable to
Filipino local employees (employed and self-employed) and individuals who
are securing a TIN under Executive Order 98:

Requirements for change of status:

 BIR Form 1905

 Marriage Certificate
 Any government-issued ID

Process:

1. Download BIR Form 1905 or get a physical copy from any BIR branch. 
2. For Part I, Fill in the necessary taxpayer information by writing in capital
letters, using “X” to mark appropriate boxes, and writing N/A if the
information is not applicable.
3. For Part II, mark the change of civil status as your registration update
reason and proceed to section 9.
4. Mark the “Single to Married” box and write your maiden and married
names in the section. Don’t forget to include your spouse’s information
(employment status, complete name, TIN [if any], employer’s name, and
employer’s TIN).
5. Submit this form and the documentary requirements to the Revenue
District Office (RDO) where you’re registered. You can also submit
through email by emailing the RDO’s designated email address.

Now, if you’ve already changed your Philippine marital status on other IDs and
you still don’t have a TIN, you can still apply by following the steps below:

1. Fill out the appropriate BIR Form:

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  form 1901 for self-employed
 form 1902 for individuals earning purely compensatory income
 form 1904 for unemployed
1.
2. After putting in the necessary information, visit the RDO where you live
and submit the two original copies of the form along with the following:

 a photocopy of any government-issued IDs that include your
married name
 marriage certificate (applicable for form 1902)

Passport

Another important identification you must update to change your marital

status and/or your surname after marriage is the Philippine passport. A
passport is considered a primary government ID, so you need to update it at
least 3 to 6 months before your current passport expires.

Requirements for change of status

 Physical appearance at your preferred DFA office

 Confirmed appointment schedule
 Completed application form
 Original Marriage Certificate authenticated by the PSA
 Old passport along with a photocopy of the biodata page
 Two legitimate IDs, each with a photocopy, and if possible, with the
married name included
 Proof of payment

Process:

1. Secure an appointment online via the DFA website.

2. Download a copy of the application form and fill it out in your free time.
3. Pay your processing fee at the different authorized payment centers.
For expedited processing, it costs 1,200 PHP. For regular processing,
it’s only 950 PHP. Authorized payment centers will charge a
convenience fee of 50 PHP.
 4. Head over to the DFA office where you have a confirmed appointment.
Present all the required documents.
5. Once they’ve updated your information, you will be issued a passport
receipt that you’ll have to present on the date of your passport’s release.

When applying for or renewing your passport, you may still use valid
identification bearing your maiden name, but you must also provide a
supporting document, such as an NBI clearance bearing your married name.
If you’re in doubt, it’s best to obtain an NBI clearance first if you don’t have an
ID with your married name on it.

NBI Clearance

You should also update your Philippine marital information and/or surname

after marriage in your NBI clearance.

Changing your maiden name to your married name in your NBI clearance is
quick and easy, but it will require you to apply again. This is because
changing the last name on your NBI clearance isn’t considered a renewal
application. Instead, it’s classified as a new application.

Before you begin the new application process, make sure you have a new
email address. NBI will not accept the email address that you used to create
your old NBI clearance.

Once you have a new email address to use, make sure to follow these six
simple steps:

1. Create a new account

Go to the NBI clearance website to open a new account. Make sure you put

your husband’s name instead of your maiden name. If they ask whether you
have an old NBI clearance, pick “NO.”

2. Fill in your personal information.

The form will ask questions about your name, gender, birth date, place of
birth, address, contact numbers, and other personal details. Once you’re done
filling them up, click “SAVE INFORMATION” at the bottom of the page.

3. Schedule an appointment online.

The next step is to schedule an appointment. You can choose the day and
hour in the calendar provided. Choose a date that’s most convenient for you.

Make sure you’re available on the date you pick. Branches have adopted a
“No Appointment, No Entry” policy. Without an appointment, you will not be
able to get your NBI clearance.

4. Make the payment.

After you schedule an appointment, you will need to pay for your NBI
clearance. Payment methods include via bank cash deposit, online banking
facilities, Bayad Center, mobile wallets, ECPay, MultiPay, and 7-Eleven. 

Choose the method that’s most convenient for you. The NBI clearance costs
130 PHP, and if you choose to pay online, you’ll need to pay an additional 25
PHP for using any e-payment services.

5. Head over to your selected NBI branch during your schedule.

During your visit, DFA personnel will take your biometrics and photos. You
may be required to present your marriage certificate and valid government
IDs as proof to verify your information. To avoid any problems, it’s best to
bring both the original and copies of the necessary documents. Also, make
sure to look at the list of accepted government IDs on the NBI clearance
website before bringing any.

And that’s it! If you don’t have a “Hit,” you may be able to claim your new NBI
clearance on the same day.

Bank Records

Updating your marital status in your bank records is also essential. This will
update your bank information and will prevent any discrepancies in the future. 

Here are the requirements and steps on how to update your marital
status and/or surname after marriage on your bank records:

Requirements for change of status:

 Original copy of the marriage certificate. Don’t worry; this will be

returned to you. Banks just require you to bring the original copy as they
normally photocopy it within bank premises.
  Valid ID with your married name (if you didn’t change your name, you’d
still need to bring a valid ID that reflects your change of civil status in the
Philippines).

Process:

1. Advise the bank teller that you want to update your marital status and
change your last name. Most banks don’t charge any fees for this.
2. After they update your information, don’t forget to get a new ATM card.