Subject: West Virginia Sample Letter Requesting Name Change on Social Security Card after Divorce Keywords: West Virginia, name change, Social Security card, divorce Dear [Social Security Administration]: I am writing to request a name change on my Social Security card following my recent divorce. As a resident of West Virginia, I kindly request your assistance in updating my personal information to reflect my new legal name. My current name is [Current Legal Name], and my Social Security number is [SSN]. However, due to the dissolution of my marriage, I have legally changed my name to [New Legal Name]. This change in my marital status warrants an update on my Social Security card to accurately reflect my new name. To initiate this process, I have enclosed the following documents as required by West Virginia state law: 1. Certified Copy of Divorce Decree: Attached is a certified copy of the final divorce decree, which legally establishes the termination of my marriage and includes the court's approval of changing my name. 2. Proof of Identification: I have included a photocopy of my current driver's license/passport for verification purposes. 3. Completed Form SS-5: Enclosed is the completed Form SS-5 provided by the Social Security Administration. It includes my personal information, Social Security number, and the requested name change. I kindly request expedited processing of this request, as it is crucial for me to have my Social Security card accurately reflect my new name for various legal and personal matters. Please note that I understand the importance of safeguarding personal information. I have taken every precaution to ensure the confidentiality and security of the enclosed documents. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Should you require any additional information or documentation, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Contact Information]. I appreciate your assistance in updating my Social Security card with my new legal name. Sincerely, [Your Full Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code]