Get Bdm120

The Bdm120 form is an important document for individuals wishing to register a name change in New Zealand. This guide will provide you with clear, step-by-step instructions on how to complete the form online, ensuring that your application is processed smoothly.

Follow the steps to complete the Bdm120 form efficiently.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin with Part 1 of the form, which requires you to enter your old name. Provide your first names at birth and surname at birth. If you have changed your name before, include details of your most recently registered name change.
3. Next, input your date of birth by filling in the day, month, and year in the specified format.
4. Complete the place of birth section by entering your town or city of birth and your country if it is not New Zealand.
5. If your birth is registered outside of New Zealand, be sure to check the box confirming that you have attached evidence of your date and place of birth, along with proof of your New Zealand citizenship or status.
6. Fill in your contact details, including a daytime phone number and email address, so the processing office can reach you if needed.
7. In the next section, indicate what you would like done with any attached evidence: return it to you or destroy it.
8. Proceed to Part 2, where you will make a statutory declaration. Print your full name, residential address, and occupation. Clearly state your new name, ensuring it meets the guidelines provided in the instructions.
9. Select whether you are already using your new name or intend to use it in the future and indicate whether your previous name is registered in New Zealand or overseas.
10. Complete and sign the declaration in front of an authorized person to take a statutory declaration, and ensure it is appropriately witnessed.
11. In Part 3, enter the required fees and payment details. Carefully choose your method of payment and ensure all amounts are correctly calculated.
12. If applicable, complete Part 4 regarding marriage or civil union details. If you are registered in New Zealand, ensure your new name is recorded on relevant documents.
13. Finally, review all entries for accuracy. Save the changes, download the completed form, and print it for submission. You may also share or submit the form as required.

Ensure that your name change application is processed promptly by completing the Bdm120 form online today.