Texas Name Change - File Petition

Filing Name Change Petition is a step within A Texas Name Change Petition is a legal document submitted to the court to request an official name change. It’s commonly used for reasons such as marriage, divorce, gender identity alignment, or personal preference.

How to Complete a Texas Name Change Petition

To complete a name change petition, you’ll need to provide the following details:

Your current legal name.
Your requested new name.
The reason for the name change.
Personal information such as date of birth, address, and identification details.

The petition must be accurate and truthful, as the court will review it for approval.

Filing the Petition

Once completed, the petition must be submitted to the district court in your county. You’ll need to pay a filing fee, and some courts may require a fingerprint-based background check to ensure the request is legitimate.