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Change of Name

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Recording Changes of Forename(s) and Surname(s) in Scotland

Any person whose birth is registered in Scotland or who was legally adopted in Scotland may apply for a recorded change of name.

For more information or to downloaded the application form please visit NRS - Change of Name .

Update: 1 February - NRS change of name team continue to work through a high volume of applications and are processing these in date of receipt order.  They are currently working on applications received in Autumn 2021.  Please email them at namechange@nrscotland.gov.uk if your request requires priority due to exceptional circumstances.

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  • Phone 0141 287 7654

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