Hi everyone, I did a bit of research on the forum but couldn't find anyone with a case too similar to mine.
So I am American and I married my Brazilian spouse in Brazil several years back. I went through the permanency process and had the visit, had my name published, but never received my RNE or CIE before leaving. We got my husband a green card and both moved to the US to complete my doctorate. I took his last name after arriving in the US, so now I have a new Passport. We are now looking to move back to Brazil after I graduate.
So my problem is this: our marriage certificate only has my old "maiden" name, and does not specify an intent to take his name. How do I prove that I am the same person that is on the marriage certificate. I know the American consulate produces a form like this but is there a document I can make here in the US before we move? Anyone have any experience with this?