How do I change my name with Service Canada?
Write a letter with the following:
- original or certified true copy of one of the following documents: a name change certificate from a provincial/territorial vital statistics department. a court order issued under an act on change of name.
- your old and new names.
- your social insurance number.
- your signature.
How do I change my last name after marriage in Canada?
To change your last name on these documents, visit a ServiceOntario centre with your:
- marriage certificate.
- current photo health card (if you do not have a photo health card, you must bring 3 original documents to prove you are a Canadian citizen and Ontario resident)
How do you change your last name after marriage?
How to Change Your Name in 10 Steps
- Get Your Marriage License and Certified Copies.
- Update Your Social Security Card.
- Get a New Driver’s License.
- Get a New Passport and Travel Documents.
- Change the Name on Your Bank Accounts.
- Change the Name on Your Credit Cards.
- Provide Your New Name and Banking Information to Your Employer.
How long is the process of correction of birth certificate?
1-3 months
It takes 1-3 months for the Central Civil Registrar to process this. It is advisable to follow up. After the Office of the Civil Registrar General affirms your petition, you will send it back to your Local Civil Registrar for certification.
How much does it cost to change your name in BC?
Cost
| Adult (19 years of age or older) without dependent child (18 years old or younger) | $137 |
|---|---|
| Child (18 years of age or younger) | $137 for first or only child $27 per additional child |
| Birth or Marriage Search | $27 if event occurred in B.C. and an original certificate is not enclosed |
How do I change my business name in BC?
Call the helpdesk: 1-877-526-1526. Businesses and organizations must have their name approved and confirm that it’s not already being used. This must be completed before proceeding with incorporation, registration, amalgamation, restoration or a name change.
How do I change back to my maiden name in BC?
You can go back to your prior name by simply showing your marriage certificate together with your Canadian birth certificate or citizenship certificate showing your former name. If your birth certificate or a citizenship certificate is in your married name then that is your legal name.
Can I change my child’s surname without the father permission?
Can the parent and stepparent alone change the child’s name? A. No, they must have the written agreement of anyone else with parental responsibility or if not, consent of the Court. Q.