Wv name change form 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the wv name change form in the editor.
  2. Begin by filling in the court name and county at the top of the form. This information is essential for proper filing.
  3. Indicate whether you are filing for an adult or minor by checking the appropriate box.
  4. Complete the section detailing each petitioner's name and their relationship to the minor, if applicable. Ensure accuracy as this will be reviewed by the court.
  5. In the 'Change of Name' section, clearly state your current name and the desired new name. Be precise to avoid any confusion.
  6. Provide a brief explanation for your request in the designated field. This helps justify your petition.
  7. Attach copies of birth certificates as required, ensuring they are legible and complete.
  8. Finally, review all entries for accuracy before signing and dating at the bottom of the form. Don’t forget to have it notarized as indicated.

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You must file a Petition for Change of Name with the court. The court must then sign an order granting you a new name.
West Virginia Drivers License Policy Procedures 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 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.
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.
Name Change Filing Fees StateFiling Fee VT $150 WA $120 - $250 WI $165 WV $200 - $30447 more rows

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You must file a Petition for Change of Name with the court. The court must then sign an order granting you a new name. To allow a person to change their name, the court has certain requirements that must be met to make sure that the name change is not being done to avoid legal trouble.

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