Legal Name Change Service In Chennai.

Introduction To Name Change In Chennai

The process of name change in Chennai has been streamlined. If you are someone who wants to change their own name or their partners or children then it can be done with the help of publication in Government Official Gazette. This process of name change is available online and offline in Chennai but for your convenience, at Lawtendo we have come up to help you in the comfort of your home. 

Name Change at Glance 

Name Change is a process whereby a person rectifies their name or surname. It could be by way of addition, deletion, adding of initials, or by changes in spellings. Thus, the lawyers at Lawtendo provide expert guidance at every given point of time and step to help you sail through the process of name change. You can reach out to the members of the team at any time as they are available online so you just have to pick up your cell phone and connect with them. Whoaa your job is done!

Circumstances under which a Name can be changed

There are a plethora of circumstances in which a person can apply to change their name. Some of them are depicted below:

1. Mistake in the Spelling of Name.
2. Mistake in the Spelling of Surname
3. Change in Name due to Marriage
4. Change in Name due to Divorce
5. Change in Name due to Religion
6. Change in Name due to Change in Nationality
7. Change in Name due to Adoption
8. Change in Name due to Astrology
9. Change in due to Change in Gender. 

Hence, these are the list of the circumstances in which a person may apply to the Government to Change their Name. However, it must be kept in mind always that the name should be lawful in the eyes of law. For this purpose, we are here to help you out in every step of the Name Change procedure in Chennai. 

Who is eligible to apply for Name Change in Chennai on behalf of the applicant?

Usually, it is the applicant who should apply to change their names. But in some circumstances, the below-mentioned persons are also eligible to serve an application to change the name of other persons or in simple words to be someone’s applicant. These persons are:

1. Parents of Minor Children
2. Husband
3. Wife 
4. Hence, these are persons who are authorised to file the application for a name change in Chennai on your behalf. 

Eligibility Criteria to Change Name in Chennai 

If someone is looking to change their name in Chennai then you should follow the below-mentioned pointers in order to qualify yourself for changing the name. If you face any confusion we are here to guide you in every possible way. We will act as a guiding light to help you in understanding the process of changing your name and thereby ultimately changing your name. 

The eligibility criteria to be fulfilled for changing the name in Chennai is as follows:

1. You should be a Citizen of India
2. You should hold a Government ID Proof
3. You should have a legal and valid reason for making amendments to your name
4. Especially in the case of minors the minor child shall be taken to the Government office by their parents. Also, at the same time, the consent of the Parents has to be obtained to make sure of the name change. 

Therefore, these are the four important points of eligibility to change your name in Chennai which if not fulfilled then it will be a difficult situation to change your name in Chennai. 

Documents required for Name Change in Chennai

To make the process of name change hassle-free at Lawtendo we are there to help you out in each and every step of the transition of changing the name from old to new. The following are the essential documents that a person must carry with them to change their names in Chennai. These are:

1. Government ID Proof
2. Passport Photographs of the Applicant
3. Copy of Affidavit
4. Newspaper Advertisement
5. Certificate of Marriage (if any)
6. Adoption Agreement (if any)
7. Deed of Divorce (if any)

So, this is a small list of documents that a person must keep with them to change their names in Chennai. 

The Procedure of Name Change in Chennai 

The short procedure for changing the name of a person in Chennai is bifurcated in three steps. These are as discussed below:

1. Affidavit: The filing of the affidavit with the Chennai local notary office is the first step in getting the name changed. The affidavit has to be duly attested by the Oath Commissioner. The affidavit should contain the name, address, father’s name, and the declaration that the terms mentioned are true and accurate. 
2. Advertisement in Newspaper: The applicant is required to publish the advertisement in two newspapers one in Hindi Local and one in English Newspaper.  The advertisement should contain the old name, address, father’s name, and the new name of the applicant. 
3. Publication of Name Change in Official Gazette: The last step of the process to change the name in Chennai is the publication of the name change in the Official Gazette. The applicant is required to send valid documents along with the application letter to the Government Press for publishing the changed name.

The publication can be done online and we have attached the link to the Central Official Gazette for publishing the name change online. The link is - eGazette Home. We at Lawtendo help our clients to guide you through the process of name change and changing your name hassle- free and effectively. So, why wait, let's get your name changed. 

FAQS

Is the publication of a name change required to be made in the Official Gazette?

Yes, it is an important step to change the name and ultimately publish it in the Official Gazette. 

Are there any restrictions on the new name?

Yes, there are some restrictions on finalishing the new name. It should not be offensive, should not cause any confusion, or infringe any trademarks.

Does the process of changing names take time?

No, the process of changing names does not take time. It just takes a few weeks to change your new name. 

Does the old name remain valid in the older contracts? Whether it will remain legal or not?

Yes, the old name remains valid in the contract. However, it is better to inform the parties to the contract about the same. 

Is changing the name required to sign an Affidavit?

Yes, an affidavit is the first step to change the name.