Change of name and surname
advmarcela
(Querist) 04 February 2016
This query is : Resolved
Respected Sir
My client wants to change his surname on his birth certificate, marriage certificate which is registered in Sub Registrar for the purpose of issuing Portuguese Passport. Which Act will be applicable? Please advice
Thanks and regards
Adv. M. Mesta
P. Venu
(Expert) 04 February 2016
There is no law pertaining to a person's name or surname. It is a matter of personal choice. Change of name or surname too is a matter of choice. It is only that it should be published in accordance with the due procedure.
advmarcela
(Querist) 04 February 2016
Respected Sir
Can you please reflect something about the procedure.
Thanks and regards
Adv. M. Mesta