what does this mean? * Is there any alias in English on your passport?
This question is typically found on visa applications, immigration forms, or official government documents. It's asking:
"Do you have any other name (alias) written in English on your passport?"
An alias in this context means:
- A different name you are known by, other than your primary legal name
- This could include a maiden name, married name, nickname, or anglicized version of your name
- Some passports list an "also known as" (AKA) name or an alternate romanization of a non-Latin name
Examples of when this applies:
| Situation | Example |
|---|---|
| Name change after marriage | Passport shows both "Jane Smith" and "Jane Doe" |
| Anglicized name | A Chinese national whose passport shows both "Wei Zhang" and "William Zhang" |
| Multiple name forms | A name romanized in two different ways |
How to answer:
- If your passport shows only one name → Answer No
- If your passport shows an additional or alternate name → Answer Yes and provide that name
If you're unsure, check the personal details page of your passport — if there's an "Also known as" or secondary name field filled in, that's your alias.
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