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Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for an Adult - West Virginia

Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for an Adult - West Virginia 2025

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The document is a comprehensive guide for adults seeking to change their name in West Virginia. It includes instructions, necessary forms, and a summary of relevant state laws. The process involves publishing a notice of intent, filing a petition in the Circuit Court, and attending a hearing. The packet provides specific forms required for the name change procedure and emphasizes the importance of following legal requirements and consulting local court clerks if needed.

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What do you need to change your name in WV?

To obtain a legal name change in West Virginia, an applicant must submit a petition to the court. At least ten days before the hearing, the applicant must publish notice of the hearing time and place in a Class I legal advertisement. A certified copy of the order will be filed in the county clerks office.

What documents do I need to change my name legally?

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 do I legally change my name in WV?

You must file a Petition for Change of Name with the court. The court must then sign an order granting you a new name.

How much does it cost to edit your name?

How much does it cost to change your name? The answer to that depends on the state you live in, but generally, you can expect to pay $100 to $400 in court costs.

How do you change your name on a WV drivers license?

In order to update the name on a West Virginia ID, the applicant must submit a birth certificate or court order demonstrating the name change. In order to update the gender marker on a West Virginia ID, the applicant must submit a Gender Designation Form signed by a licensed physician.