Name: Change of name for adult children
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Partnerschaft und Familie
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Ausweise und Dokumente
Procedure
The relevant declarations must be made in person at the registry office. An appointment is required for this. An appointment can be requested at the registry office using the "Change of name for adults" form. To change the order of first names, please use the "Change of order of first names" form.
Legal bases
- § 1617c Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (BGB)
- § 1617d Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (BGB)
- § 1617e Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (BGB)
More information
The name changes are possible from 01.05.2025.
