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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the name change form in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering your current name in the designated field. This is essential for identifying your previous records.
  3. Next, input your new name as you wish it to appear on official documents. Ensure accuracy to avoid future complications.
  4. Select the reason for your name change from the provided options, such as marriage, divorce, or court order.
  5. Fill in any additional required fields, including your address and Social Security number, ensuring all information is up-to-date.
  6. Review all entries for accuracy before submitting. Use our platform’s editing tools to make any necessary adjustments.
  7. Once satisfied, save your completed form and follow the instructions for submission based on the specific requirements of each entity you are notifying.

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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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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.

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