BDM401 - Register a Change of Name(child under 18 years) 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the BDM401 application in our editor.
  2. Begin by filling out Part 1, which requires the child's details. Ensure you provide the current name and proposed new name clearly.
  3. In Part 3, enter the applicant's details. If both parents are applying, include information for both. Make sure to provide accurate residential addresses.
  4. Complete Part 4 by detailing the reason for the name change. A thorough explanation is necessary for approval.
  5. For identification, refer to Part 5. Upload required documents directly into our platform, ensuring they meet certification requirements.
  6. If applicable, have your child sign consent in Part 6 if they are aged 12 or older. This must be witnessed appropriately.
  7. Finally, review all sections for accuracy before submitting your application through our platform.

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Name Change Filing Fees StateFiling Fee CA $435 - $450 CO $88 CT $250 DC $6047 more rows
The easiest way to legally change your childs name is to apply for an enrolled deed poll from the Royal Courts of Justice. The application must be completed accurately otherwise the court will reject it.
Parents can apply to change their childs name. If both parents are named on the childs birth registration, and they agree to the name change, they can request to change their childs name by applying to the Western Australian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
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.
In most cases, you must file a petition with your local court to change your name. To do so, you may need to file paperwork and appear before a judge to complete the process. Find your local government website and contact your circuit court to get information about how you can legally change your name.

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Name changes for children under 18 years old must be requested by the childs parents.
To change the name on your childs birth certificate, contact your states Office of Vital Records (typically part of the Department of Health). Many states allow new parents six to 12 months to make changes on a childs birth certificate without requiring a court order.