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Name Change Affidavit Format (Word & PDF)

Declare that your old and new names belong to the same person.

Name Change Affidavit - sample

AFFIDAVIT FOR CHANGE OF NAME

I, Ramesh Kumar, son of Mohan Lal Sharma, aged about 35 years, residing at House no., street, area, city, state - PIN, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:

1. That I have changed my name from Ramesh Kumar to Ramesh Kumar Sharma for personal reasons / after marriage / numerology.

2. That I shall hereafter be known as Ramesh Kumar Sharma for all purposes, and all my documents and records may be updated accordingly.

3. That Ramesh Kumar and Ramesh Kumar Sharma are the names of one and the same person, that is, myself.

4. That I have not changed my name to evade any law, liability or legal proceeding.

VERIFICATION

Verified at City on 29/09/2026 that the contents of the above affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.

DEPONENT
Ramesh Kumar Sharma

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How to write a Name Change Affidavit

Fill in the form: Old name, New name, Relation, Father's / husband's name, Age (years), Full address.
Add your letterhead, logo, footer or watermark if you like.
Download a print-ready PDF - or send it for e-signature.

FAQ

Is an affidavit enough to change my name?

Usually you also publish the change in two newspapers and, for many IDs, apply for a Gazette notification. Requirements depend on the document you are updating.

What stamp paper is needed for a name change affidavit?

Stamp paper value and notary/oath commissioner requirements vary by state and by the office asking for it, so check with them first.

Is this Name Change Affidavit template free?

Yes. You can fill it in online and download it as a PDF for free, without installing anything.

Can I change the wording?

Yes. Every sentence of the document can be edited on the page before you download it.

Is this template available in other languages?

Yes - the same document is available in 2 languages. Use the language links on this page.

This is a general template, not legal advice. Check any requirements that apply in your country or organisation.

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