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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Petition for Change of Name of Minor Child in our editor.
Begin by entering the county where you are filing the petition at the top of the form.
In section 1, select one of the options (A, B, or C) regarding parental consent and provide necessary details.
Fill in the minor child's current full name and their county of residence in section 2.
Provide the minor child's date of birth in section 3 and check whether they are under or over fourteen years old, following up with appropriate consent details.
Complete sections detailing physical characteristics and previous addresses as required.
In section 8, explain your reasons for requesting the name change clearly.
Ensure that a certified copy of the minor child’s birth certificate is attached as indicated in section 10.
Finally, sign and date the petition at the bottom before submitting it through our platform for processing.

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How long does a name change take in Iowa?

A certified copy costs $20. You will need one certified copy just to change your birth certificate, so get two certified copies if you can. How much time will it take to receive a court order granting my name change? A decree of change of name may be granted any time 30 days after the petition is filed.

How to legally change a childs last name in Iowa?

You will need to electronically file the Petition for Change of Name of Minor Child and pay the $195 filing fee. You must file electronically unless you get permission from the court to file in paper. You must include the following information in the Petition for Change of Name of Minor Child: The childs current name.