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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the name change form in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering the case number and court details at the top of the form. This includes specifying the district and division.
  3. In the 'IN RE: CHANGE OF NAME FOR' section, select the appropriate option for who is petitioning for the name change—whether it’s a minor, adult, or guardian.
  4. Fill in the original name and desired name change in their respective fields. Ensure accuracy as this will be reflected in legal documents.
  5. Provide details about age and birthdate for minors or adults, including birthplace information. This is crucial for identification purposes.
  6. For minor petitions, include names of parents if known. This helps establish legal guardianship.
  7. Review all entered information carefully before submitting to ensure completeness and correctness.

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The fee for filing a name change petition in Louisiana typically ranges from $200 to $400. This fee can vary by parish and court. After the name change is approved, there may be fees associated with updating government-issued IDs, birth certificates, and other official documents.
How long can the process take? The name change process in the court system usually takes at least forty-five days to two months. If a person asks VRR to amend a birth certificate, that process could take an extra three to five months.
Outside of marriage and divorce, legally changing your name usually comes with a price tag. The total amount can range from less than $100 to over $500. First, you should expect to pay a filing fee. This is the cost of filing your name change forms with the County Clerk.
Louisiana Name Change Laws: To obtain a legal name change in Louisiana, an applicant must submit a petition to the court. No publication is required.
The Circuit Clerk will require a filing fee of around $165. An exact amount can be determined by contacting the Clerks Office in the county where you live. Payment will be accepted in cash or by check/money order made payable to [County Name] County Circuit Court Clerk.

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Use certified copies of marriage and divorce certificates or name change orders as proof to notify these federal and state agencies that you changed your name. Social Security card. Drivers license or state ID card. Tax returns. U.S. passport. Naturalization certificate and certificate of citizenship. Veterans benefits.

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