Complete a separate matrix for any person whose name differs across the relied-on chain. Preserve the original wording.
| Item to record | Your notes / evidence | Owner and date |
|---|---|---|
| Person and record A name | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Record B name and reference | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Difference: surname / spelling / date / parent detail | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Relevant connecting event and official record | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Translation issue and original-language reference | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Issuer correction request | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Unresolved point and next action | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
Complete the action plan
Draw an arrow between the two records and write the connecting document reference on the arrow. If no bridge exists, label the connection unresolved rather than changing either recorded name.
Decision record: What is established? ____________________ What remains uncertain? ____________________ Next action and date: ____________________
Keep this completed sheet privately. It is a planning aid, not an application form or an eligibility decision. Recheck the linked official guidance before relying on a rule, fee or deadline.
Ancestry Visa Mag · Information checked 15 October 2026 · https://ancestryvisamag.com/resources/ancestry-name-change-evidence-worksheet/
Planning resource, not an official application form or eligibility decision.