Requesting a change of the child's birth name in the event of subsequent joint custody, pseudo-paternity or declaration of connection
Service description
You can change your child's name if your name has changed.
Process flow
You can submit the declaration of name change at any registry office. You must have it certified by either a notary or registrar. The declaration becomes effective as soon as it is received by the registry office.
You will receive a certificate of the name change.
The marriage register and the birth register are updated.
Responsible office
The registrar's office is responsible.
Requirements
Your child must join the name change if he or she is already 5 years old.
What documents are needed?
- Birth certificate child (with official translation if necessary),
- Identity cards or passports,
- Proof of your name change.
In individual cases, further documents may be required. You can ask for these at the registry office.
Legal basis
What else should I know?
If you or your spouse or child do not speak German, you must hire an interpreter at your own expense.