If you wish to change your surname, you must meet a number of requirements.
A request to change your surname must be submitted to the Ministry of Justice.
To change the surname of minor children, their legal representatives must also submit a request to the Ministry of Justice.
You can arrange to change your surname yourself using the designated application form. However, to prevent your request from being denied, it is advisable to thoroughly familiarize yourself in advance with the requirements that must be met for a surname change. This prevents disappointment and saves you money.
We can provide you with further information about these requirements. It is also possible to have a request to change your surname submitted through our office.