Name Change and Filing Taxes

sammypaige
sammypaige Member Posts: 11 Level 2
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I changed my last name on May 1st of 2024 after I got married. I went to the social security office and received my new card. I changed everything else to my new name afterwards.

 I'm aware when I file my next tax return with my new name, the IRS will update their records accordingly for the federal return using the name on my social security card.

 Do I have to notify Minnesota for my state return? Or will they also update records with Minnesota accordingly when I file using the name on my social security card?

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  • MatthewD
    MatthewD FreeTaxUSA Team Posts: 409

    Hello Sammypaige,

    The IRS gets their name and any social security information from the Social Security Office. If you got a new SS card, then you should be okay to file with your new last name.

    As long as your federal return is accepted, then the MN DOR should accept your MN return. I didn't find anything on the MN DOR website that says you have to update your last name with them to file a state tax return.

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