I realize this is a US forum... and my daughter and I LIVE in the US, which is why I am asking it on here. I guess I should have been clearer... in order to legally change a minors name in the USA, does the birth certificate have to be changed too?
I realize this is a US forum... and my daughter and I LIVE in the US, which is why I am asking it on here. I guess I should have been clearer... in order to legally change a minors name in the USA, does the birth certificate have to be changed too?
That's one of the things that happens when you get a name change, yes. Your birth certificate is amended after your change of name is granted. For that portion, you need to speak with Australian counsel. Changing the name of a dual national is always a sticky proposition.
Also keep in mind that if your ex husband contests the change of name, it won't happen unless you can prove to the court's satisfaction that it is in your daughter's best interests to have her name changed. At her age, it's going to be a hard argument to make, because names tend not to cause 13 month-olds any distress, even if the same cannot be said for their mothers.
You're looking down the mouth of a big Legal Fee Monster here, so you might want to discuss this with your ex BEFORE you set the process in motion, or you'll be out hefty fees in two countries, and all for naught.
so if I get her Australian Birth Certificate changed (with her fathers permission), I shouldn't have too much trouble changing things over here (ie passport, ss card, etc)? Or will I need her dad's permission for each change? THanks![]()