Changing Your Name in Newfoundland

To legally change your name in Newfoundland and Labrador, you must live in the province for at least three months, be 16 or older to apply for yourself, submit a certified criminal record check, and complete an application through Digital Government and Service NL for a standard fee of $100.Basic Rules and RequirementsResidency: You must live in NL for at least three months before applying.Age: You must be 16 or older to apply for your own name change. Parents or guardians can apply for children under 16. Criminal Record: Adults must include a certified criminal record check dated within six months of the application.Marriage Exception: If you change your name after marriage, you do not need a formal legal name change; you can update your ID directly using your marriage certificate. Steps to Apply - Get the Form: Request or download the application package directly from Vital Statistics. Complete and Swear: Fill out the forms and have them sworn or affirmed before a Commissioner of Oaths, Justice of the Peace, or Notary Public. Pay Fees: Submit the required fee (e.g., $100 for the name change plus extra if you need an updated birth certificate). Update ID: Once approved, update your personal identification, such as your driver's license at a Motor Registration Division office, your Medicare card, and your passport. If you let me know whether this is for an adult name change, a child, or after marriage, I can give you the exact document checklist you need. PG