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Template Minor Name Change
General guidance for a minor's name change affidavit and guardian declaration.
What this document is for
An affidavit is a written declaration of facts that a person solemnly affirms before an authorised attesting officer. The exact format depends on the purpose and the requirements of the receiving institution.
Information commonly required
- Full name as shown on existing identity documents
- Current residential address and relevant personal details
- Clear statement of the facts being declared
- Purpose for which the declaration is being submitted
- Place, date, signature and required attestation
Before you print or sign
Check spelling, dates and identity details against original records. Ask the receiving authority whether it requires stamp paper, e-stamp, notarisation, a magistrate attestation, newspaper publication or Gazette notification.
Important: This is general document-preparation information, not legal advice. Stamp duty, wording, attestation and supporting-document requirements vary by state and by the authority receiving the document. Confirm current requirements with the relevant office or a qualified local professional before signing or submitting.