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Name: Name declaration for children - name assignment by the parent with sole right of custody

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I have sole custody of my child and would like to give him the father's name.

		    


                					    

						    

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The parent who has sole parental care of an unmarried child may give the child the name of the other parent with the latter's consent.

								    

									    Requirements
The parent who has sole parental care of an unmarried child may give the child the name of the other parent with the latter's consent.

								    
What documents do I need?
    
    
  • Current extract from the birth register of the child        
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  • proof of sole custody        
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  • if necessary, a certificate of paternity with the consent of the mother        
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  • Consent of the child, if he/she has reached the age of 5        
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  • Consent of the other parent        
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  • Identity card or passport of the person making the declaration        
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