How do I change my name with Avista?

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How to change your name with Avista

Married or divorced and updating your accounts? Here's how Avista takes a name change, from its own help page.

HowBy phone

By mailNo: in person or by phone

In person or by phone only. Avista is one of the few that won't change your name online. Call 800-227-9187 or visit, and bring your documents.

Avista's steps

Avista doesn't post online steps for a name change. Call customer service.

Open Avista's page

Have these ready

A copy of your marriage certificate, divorce decree or court order (most companies ask for one).
Your updated driver's license or ID, if you have it. Social Security comes first, then the DMV.
Your account number, and the name the account is in now.

Let Sasha handle the letters

Sasha writes and signs your name change letter for Avista and every other company on your list, with your certificate attached. It also keeps track of who's done. The checklist is free.

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Checked against Avista's own page in October 2026. Companies change their process; confirm on their site or by phone before you send anything. Sasha isn't affiliated with Avista.