Just as an update: After submitting evidence of starting the name alignment process, application was approved, passport printed, and picked up by DHL from HMPO. Picked up Wednesday 23rd, processed at East Midlands 24th and stopped progressing since then. DHL CS saying it is with customs for ...

I realize this is what I need to do. It is going to be a long and costly journey, but will have to do it. Is "Cancel Application" and "Withdraw Application" the same thing? I was given an email address to request return of my supporting documents, and that email says for withdrawal as well. HMPO ...

As I mentioned, the process is not complicated, it just takes time; 3 months for name change, 4 months for citizenship cert, and then apply for a new passport. I will work on it throughout the year. However, HMPO is only giving me 1 month. Even if I ask for an extension, they will probably give ...

Thanks for your reply. Changing name is possible in Canada, I agree. But it takes time. Given family and personal situation, I am unable to travel immediately and the process itself takes time. Legal Name Change takes time, and longer if you are overseas. I am not opposing. I suggested that they add ...

British born and passport holder. I have my British passport since birth with first, middle, and last names, matching my birth certificate and all UK records; DVLA, HMRC, banks, land registry, etc. I immigrated to Canada. In my application I used my British passport and the immigration back then but ...