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Easily change your name with a legally valid affidavit - professionally drafted, notarized, and provided with stamp paper, along with full support to update your official documents.
What is Name Change Affidavit?
A Name Change Affidavit is a legally sworn statement made on stamp paper that declares a person’s intention or confirmation of changing their name. This document is widely used for correcting spelling errors, updating names after marriage or divorce, or for personal reasons. It acts as an official record to validate the change for all legal and administrative purposes.
Who Needs a Name Change Affidavit?Â
Anyone who wants to change their name officially in records such as Aadhaar, PAN, passport, bank accounts, property documents, or educational certificates will need a Name Change Affidavit. It is especially required when the name in different documents does not match.Â
How DigiLawyer Can Help?Â
At DigiLawyer, we simplify the process for you:Â
Legally Drafted Affidavit: Professionally prepared in the correct legal format as per Indian laws
Stamp Paper Procurement: Arranged as per state-specific stamp duty requirements (including e-stamp where applicable).
Authorized Notarization: Affidavit notarized by an authorized notary for legal validity.
Secure Delivery: Doorstep courier delivery of the original notarized affidavit, along with a downloadable PDF copy for your records.
Documents Required to Create a Name Change Affidavit
To prepare your Affidavit for Name Change, you will need:
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID).Â
- Address proof (Utility bill, Aadhaar, Driving License).Â
- Photographs (Passport size).Â
- In case of marriage or divorce- Marriage Certificate or Divorce Decree.Â
- Any supporting document for name changes reason, if applicable.Â
Legal Validity of AffidavitÂ
A Name Change Affidavit is a legally recognized document in India. It must be executed on stamp paper and notarized to be valid for updating your name in government and private records.Â
Stamp Paper RequirementÂ
The affidavit should be made on non-judicial stamp paper, generally valued between ₹10 to ₹50, depending on your state’s stamp duty laws.Â
Next Steps After Getting Your Name Change AffidavitÂ
After obtaining the affidavit:Â
- Publish an advertisement in a local and national newspaper announcing the name change.Â
- Apply for publication in the Government Gazette (mandatory in most cases).Â
- Update your name in all official documents such as Aadhaar, PAN, passport, bank accounts, and property records.Â
FAQ's Related to Name Change Affidavit
No, the affidavit is the first step. You also need to publish a newspaper ad and apply for Gazette notification to complete the legal process.
Yes, a notarized name change affidavit executed on valid stamp paper is recognized across India.
Generally, ₹10 to ₹50 non-judicial stamp paper is required, depending on your state’s stamp duty rules.
Yes, we arrange e-stamp paper as per state laws for your affidavit.
Yes, notarization by an authorized notary is mandatory to make the affidavit legally valid.
You will typically receive your completed affidavit within 24 to 48 hours after submitting details.
It can be used to update your name in Aadhaar, PAN, passport, bank accounts, property documents, and educational certificates.
Yes, but for a permanent name change, Gazette notification is often required in addition to the affidavit.
We will correct the error and provide a revised affidavit at no extra cost.
Yes, even for minor corrections like spelling mistakes, an affidavit is required for official updates.
Yes, we provide complete assistance for newspaper publication and Gazette notification.
Yes, we provide complete assistance for newspaper publication and Gazette notification.
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