Name on Social Security Card and Driver's License do not match, how do I file?

[spidergirl723]

I just changed my name and I do have a new social security card but won't have a new driver's license when I file. I know TurboTax asks for my driver's license info at the end to send it in, will this be a problem?

[SusanY1]

For your federal taxes, it won't be a problem.  Where you may encouter an issue is your state taxes, but this depends on the state.  

Since your Social Security card reflects your new name, be sure to file using this name.  If it was a very recent change, and your return is rejected for a mismatch then change the name to match the old records and rebubmit.  

If the federal is accepted under your new name, it is likely that your state will accept it also unless you are in one of the few states (such as Illinois and New York) where the license information is used to verify identity.  If that is the case, any rejection mesage should offer the best remedy whether that is to make an adjustment and re-file or to print and mail the return instead. 

[spidergirl723]

I'm filing in California and my name changed in 2026 not 2025 and I do have the new Social Securiy Card. As TurboTax asks for your driver's license in the end and that name won't match, will this effect things?

[MonikaK1]

No, the driver's license is not required for the California return. According to this FTB webpage:

California driver's license or state ID card information is not required to e-file a California tax return. However, this may expedite the processing of your return and we ask for your assistance to help us combat ID theft.