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What documents should I submit for a METV application if my utility bills and passport name differ?

Kirstie *********
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Applying for METV for first time. Emailed the embassy but no response so over to you guys:

My passport and bank statements are in one surname. My utility bills are in another.

Do I

a) ONLY submit documents that match my passport name?

b) ALSO submit a utility bill in my married name and a marriage certificate?

Ultimately... are bank statements alone sufficient to prove a UK address?

Don't want to send anything confusing or it be delayed unnecessarily.

Thanks in advance
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When applying for a METV and facing discrepancies between your passport name and utility bills, it's advised to submit documents matching your passport name. Including a utility bill in your married name along with a marriage certificate can clarify the situation. While bank statements are generally acceptable as proof of a UK address, supplemental documentation such as a driving license or other official letters may be required. To prevent confusion and delays, consider including a cover letter explaining any discrepancies.
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Kirstie *********
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No drivers license!

Widows pension remittance slip??
JoyfulY*******
JoyfulY*******
Kirstie Gardner I used drivers licence and METV was approved last week
John **********
John **********
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that could work
Ian **********
Ian **********
I used my driving licence and a letter from my GP surgery
John **********
John **********
While they want bank statements they usually want something else for proof of address but it doesn't necessarily have to be a utility bill. Even a driving licence should work
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
I think there's a pretty good chance of them getting confused if you submit anything that doesn't match your passport name. So if you do that I'd recommend a cover letter for that section to explain it as simply as possible.

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