Vermont Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for a Family
Understanding this form package
The Vermont Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for a Family is designed to assist families in legally changing their names in the state of Vermont. Unlike other name change packages, this comprehensive set includes state-specific legal information, clear step-by-step instructions, and all necessary forms tailored for both adults and minors. This package simplifies the name change process, ensuring families can navigate it with ease and confidence.
Forms included in this package
When to use this document
This form package is ideal in several circumstances, such as:
- When a family wishes to adopt a different surname collectively.
- If parents need to change their child's name for reasons such as marriage or personal preference.
- When individuals seek to revert to a previous name following a divorce.
Who this form package is for
- Families residing in Vermont who need to change their names.
- Parents looking to change their minor child's name.
- Individuals who have a legitimate reason for a name change and are not doing so to avoid debts or fraud.
Steps to complete these forms
- Review the included state-specific instructions and legal summary.
- Fill out the petition forms using complete names and details, ensuring accuracy.
- File the completed petition at your local Probate Court, along with any necessary fees and documents.
- Obtain the required proof of publication after the court issues a notice.
- Complete additional steps as outlined, such as submitting proof of publication to the court.
Notarization guidance for this package
Most forms in this package do not require notarization. However, local laws or specific situations may demand it. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you complete the process through a verified video call, available anytime.
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to complete all required forms before filing.
- Not double-checking spellings of names, which can lead to delays.
- Neglecting to provide required documentation, like certified birth records.
- Forgetting to ask for a file-stamped copy of the submitted petition for personal records.
Benefits of completing this package online
- Convenience of downloading and printing forms from the comfort of your home.
- Editability allows users to fill out forms electronically before printing.
- Access to expert-drafted content, ensuring all documents are legally compliant with Vermont law.
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In most states, you have to pay a fee (usually $150 to $200) to file your name change petition in court. It also costs a small amount of money to get forms notarized. And if you're getting married, you may want to pay for additional certified copies of your marriage certificate to use as proof of your new last name.
Social Security Administration. Department of Motor Vehicles. Passport Office. Post Office. IRS. Voter Registration. Banks and other financial institutions. Credit Card companies (or issuers)
Both parents must applyBoth parents named on the child's birth certificate must apply to change their child's name.
All you have to do is complete and file a petition for name change with the court. There are many reasons for officially changing your name. The most common are marriage and divorce. But if your birth name is Mergatroid or something like that, you might not need any other reason.
In most states, men and women can legally change their last name to their new spouse's surname, hyphenate their two surnames, or create a new amalgamation of their surnames (like when actors Alexa Vega and Carlos Pena got married in 2014, and changed both of their last names to PenaVega).
Name Change Petition Form (PC122) Certified copy of Birth Certificate. Certified copy of Marriage Certificate (if applicable) $150 check or fee waiver form (Form 228)
If you do choose to legally change your name, the process is simple. You must file the petition in your county of residence. If you would like to change your name as an adult, please download the Petition of Adult to Change Name form or pick up a copy at the probate division.
When you file your name change forms, you'll have to pay the California state filing fee. The California name change cost is $435.
You probably expect to need to update your Social Security information and your credit cards, but there are plenty of other people who need to know about your new name as well. "A name change can have an impact on your taxes. All the names on your tax return must match Social Security Administration records.
