This page is for people who:
Have previously registered a change of name in Victoria
Need to correct the change of name certificate
The person (adult or child) whose name was changed was born overseas.
If the person whose name was changed was born in Victoria, visit Correct a birth certificate.
If the name was changed interstate, contact the Registry in that state or territory (External link).
We'll ask you for the following information during the application process:
As a minimum, we ask for:
We ask that you return the original certificate before we can issue a new corrected version.
If you don't have the original, you need to provide a Statutory Declaration (External link) explaining why you cannot surrender the original certificate. Learn more about how to digitise and upload documents.
You'll need to apply for a new change of name certificate once we've corrected the record.
If you return the original certificate, we issue a replacement certificate free of charge. If you don't return the original, there is a fee for the new certificate.
The evidence we ask for depends on the correction you want to make. Check the Evidence required tab.
For documents in a language other than English, provide an English translation by a qualified translator. Approved translators can be found at naati.com.au (External link) or by contacting Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 13 1450.
One of the easiest ways to prove your identity is by presenting your driver licence (if it confirms your residential address) and your Passport.
Alternatively, there are other ways to prove your identity.
If you're applying for a child over 18, you'll also need to provide third-party authority.
The evidence listed below covers the most common correction requests. If you can't provide the evidence listed, send the best evidence you have available.
If we hold the evidence (for example, a birth certificate) you don't need to provide a copy of it.
| Correction | Acceptable evidence |
|---|---|
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Any name on the certificate |
Provide evidence of correct name: Australian born:
Overseas born:
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| Date or place of birth |
Evidence of correct date or place of birth:
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Check our certificate turnaround times.
If it's urgent, apply online then contact us.
| If the original change of name certificate is returned | If the original change of name certificate IS NOT returned |
|---|---|
| No fee | $34.30 The price of a legal change of name certificate applies |
We can’t refund postage fees if you decide to collect your certificate(s) in person.
| Type of certificate | Postage and handling method | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Legal certificate | Express post | $10.00 |
| Type of certificate | Postage and handling method | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Legal certificate | International express | $54.10 |
See Australia Post (External link) for product details.
Check the Payment methods we accept.