A Medallion Signature Guarantee Stamp was created to stop fraud over the border when selling or transferring North American securities. For this to be achieved, your identity would first have to be confirmed. However, what happens if you have changed your name by Deed Poll?
A Deed Poll shows both your old and new name, so you would assume this would count as a proper form of ID. Unfortunately a Deed Poll only shows that your name has changed, but does not prove what your name was originally, as it does not have your date of birth included. This means your passport, birth certificate or driving licence are valid IDs, but not the actual Deed Poll.
If you want to apply for a Medallion Guarantee, you need to prove who you are. If you’ve changed your name then you should provide a copy of the Deed Poll itself, a copy of the birth certificate, and photo ID such as your passport with the name change, or your driving licence. For any questions about Deed poll name changing or UK Stock transfers, call Fraser and Fraser today.
