How do I get a court order to change my name in Virginia?
In Virginia, an adult may change his/her name by filing an action in the Circuit Court with appropriate forms. The process for obtaining a name change for an adult in Virginia begins with the filing of a Petition with the Circuit Court in the jurisdiction in which the Petitioner resides.
What documents do I need to change my name in Virginia?
Bring this form to your local DMV office and present your current driver’s license. You will also need to bring two documents to prove your identification, such as a birth certificate or passport, and proof of your name change, i.e., marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.
How much does it cost to legally change your name in Virginia?
The prepared forms, with further instructions, will be returned to you as an attachment to an e-mail within a few business days (assuming we do not need additional information from you). This service cost $69.95 for an Adult or Minor name change.
How do you change your name in Virginia?
Documents you’ll need to send us
- A letter asking us to update your VA health care records with your new legal name, and.
- A copy of your unexpired government-issued photo ID that shows your date of birth and your new legal name. We accept a passport, driver’s license, or government ID (federal, state, or local ID).
What do I put for reason for name change?
- Dislike Current Name.
- Changing Name Following Divorce.
- Husband Taking Wife’s Name Upon Marriage.
- Changing Child’s Surname to Mother’s or Father’s.
- Couples Combining or Hyphenating Surnames to Form a New One.
- Desire for a Less or More “Ethnic” Name.
- Transgender Name Changes.
- Religious Reasons.
How do I change my name on my DD 214?
Correction to Veterans Military Records. If you are in need of a correction to your Certificate of Release of Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), you must submit a written request for a correction (DD Form 215) and include a copy of your DD Form 214.
Do I need a good reason to change my name?
You don’t need a good reason, just a legal one. You can change your name for any purpose short of breaking the law— and you can do it without a lawyer.
How do I change my name in the military records?
You’ll need to call the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) support office. They’ll tell you what documents to provide and what to do next. Call the DMDC at 800-538-9552.
What is a DD Form 293?
Department of Defense Form 293 is used to request an upgrade of a military discharge from the appropriate discharge review board. You can access a fillable PDF version of the form here.
What needs to be updated when you change your name?
Most states will need to see your new social security card or receipt from the Social Security office, your current driver’s license, a certified copy of your marriage license, and a proof of address (a piece of mail containing your name and current address).