Texas Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for an Adult
What this form package covers
This Texas Name Change Instructions and Forms package for an adult provides a comprehensive set of tools for legally changing your name in Texas. Designed by licensed attorneys, this package includes essential forms, specific instructions, and a law summary. Unlike other resources, it is tailored specifically for adults, ensuring that all requirements are met for a smooth name change process.
Forms you’ll find in this package
When to use this document
This package is ideal when you need to formally change your name in Texas, such as in the following situations:
- After a marriage or divorce
- If you wish to adopt a new last name for personal reasons
- When transitioning gender and adopting a name that reflects your gender identity
- In cases of safety or personal security concerns
Intended users of this form package
- Adults who are at least 18 years old
- Residents of Texas who plan to file their petition in their county
- Individuals with a legal reason for changing their name that does not involve fraud or debt evasion
How to complete these forms
- Review the included forms and instructions carefully.
- Complete all forms with accurate details using full names.
- File your petition at the District Court in your county and pay the required fees.
- Attend any required court hearings as scheduled by the Clerk.
- Obtain a certified copy of the signed Order from the Clerk after approval.
Notarization requirements for forms in this package
Some forms in this package need notarization to be legally binding. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you verify and sign documents remotely through an encrypted video session, available 24/7.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Omitting necessary details from the petition or forms.
- Failing to use full legal names instead of initials.
- Not filing the required Civil Case Information Sheet.
- Submitting documents without proper notarization where required.
Benefits of completing this package online
- Convenient access to all necessary forms and instructions for your name change.
- Editable digital forms that can be completed on your own time.
- Reliability from documents created by experienced attorneys.
- Easy to follow steps that ensure compliance with Texas law.
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Social Security Administration. Department of Motor Vehicles. Passport Office. Post Office. IRS. Voter Registration. Banks and other financial institutions. Credit Card companies (or issuers)
You will need to pay a filing fee of between $250 and $350, depending on the county in which you live. If you can't afford the fee, you can apply to either pay the fee in installments or have the fee waived. You will also need to schedule a date and time for the court hearing.
You will need to pay a filing fee of between $250 and $350, depending on the county in which you live. If you can't afford the fee, you can apply to either pay the fee in installments or have the fee waived. You will also need to schedule a date and time for the court hearing.
Courts charge filing fees when you file a new petition, which often cost about $300 for a name or gender marker change.
There is no cost. It is free to change the last name of a child during the course of a Family Court proceeding. There is, however, a $65 fee for filing for a name change in Civil Court and a $210 fee for Supreme Court.
How long will the entire application for change of name take? Name change actions can take anywhere from a day to six (6) months (sometimes even longer). The time it takes for such action to be ordered/decreed varies not only from county to county, but sometimes from courthouse to courthouse as well.
When you file your name change forms, you'll have to pay the California state filing fee. The California name change cost is $435.
It's a long process. While a legal document such as a marriage certificate or court granted petition will allow you to change your name, it won't be truly official until you've submitted name change applications with the Social Security Administration, the DMV, and other relevant institutions.