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[grant gerstners]

I received my university diploma in the early 80's but changed my name through the courts in the early 90's.

That means the name on my diploma is different from the name on my other documents.

If I combine the original diploma with the notarized court documents and an apostille authenticating the court documents, is that sufficient documentation to prove the diploma is mine?

How about including copies/originals of past (expired) passports with my previous name and signature?

I have taken the step of ordering a replacement diploma with my current legal name, but was told it might take up to six weeks to arrive and I'd rather not wait that long (it's already been two weeks).

[DHC]

Immigration should accept the apostilled court name change order and both original diplomas and transcripts but that is not guaranteed. By law name changes are acceptable but each Immigration office is very subjective in how they interpret and apply the law. Your best bet is a replacement diploma and transcripts in your current name.