Determination or change of the child's surname

Under certain circumstances, you can change your child's surname. The following scenarios can be considered: change in custody After the marriage of the parents After determination of non-paternity The German registry office that registered the birth of...

Under certain circumstances, you can change your child's surname. The following scenarios can be considered:

change in custody
After the marriage of the parents
After determination of non-paternity

The German registry office that registered the birth of your child is usually responsible for accepting the name declaration. You can submit the declaration in any German registry office.

Important notes

Prerequisites

Must be checked on a case-by-case basis. Please inquire at the responsible registry office.

Documents required

Must be checked on a case-by-case basis. Please inquire at the responsible registry office.

Please note

Prior consultation with the registry office required.

Deadlines

Individual case dependent.

Procedure & Fees

Procedure

Contact the registry office to make an appointment and ask for the necessary documents.

Processing time

The processing time depends on the individual case.

Fees

29.00€ - 47.00€, plus 14.50€ if applicable for certificate of name change

Legal notes

Legal remedies

Legal basis

§ 45 Civil Status Act (PStG)

http://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/pstg/__45.html

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