Name Change to Match Gender Identity in Alaska: Steps, Cost & Forms

Verified against Alaska Superior Court and .gov sources · Last verified July 16, 2026.

Quick answer

A name change to match gender identity in Alaska is filed in the Superior Court, costs about $200, and requires a newspaper notice unless it's waived. Most cases finish in 8–16 weeks. You'll need the forms below and certified copies of the signed order to update your IDs.

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What it costs

Filing fee

$200

Alaska uses the same adult change-of-name petition; the $200 fee is waivable with Form TF-920

Court

Superior Court

Superior Court in the judicial district where you live

Timeline

8–16 weeks

Step by step

1
Use the standard Adult Change of Name Packet (Form CIV-698) and Petition for Change of Name (Form CIV-700) to request the name that matches your gender identity.
2
File Form CIV-708 (Request to Waive Posting) at the same time if public posting of your case would create a personal-safety risk.
3
Attend the hearing and obtain the signed order changing your name and certified copies.
4
Use the order to update Social Security, then change the gender marker on your Alaska driver's license or ID at the DMV, and update your US passport.

Official forms

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Form	Code	Official link
Petition for Change of Name	CIV-700	Open ↗
Request to Waive Posting in Adult Change of Name Case	CIV-708	Open ↗

Newspaper publication: Required (waivable) — Alaska does not have a separate gender-identity name-change track, but you can file Form CIV-708 to waive public posting for personal-safety reasons when changing your name to match your gender identity.

Background check: No background check

Good to know in Alaska:

• A name change for gender identity uses the regular adult petition; the posting-waiver form (CIV-708) protects privacy and safety.
• The Alaska DMV updates the gender marker on a license or ID separately from the court name-change order.

Then update your IDs

Once you have the signed order, update Social Security first, then your Alaska license, then your passport and accounts.

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Name Change to Match Gender Identity in Alaska: FAQ

How much does a name change to match gender identity cost in Alaska?

About $200, filed in the Superior Court. Alaska uses the same adult change-of-name petition; the $200 fee is waivable with Form TF-920.

Do I have to publish a notice in a newspaper in Alaska?

Usually, but it can be waived. Alaska does not have a separate gender-identity name-change track, but you can file Form CIV-708 to waive public posting for personal-safety reasons when changing your name to match your gender identity.

Is a gender-identity name change private in Alaska?

Alaska does not have a separate gender-identity name-change track, but you can file Form CIV-708 to waive public posting for personal-safety reasons when changing your name to match your gender identity.

How long does it take in Alaska?

Typically 8–16 weeks from filing to a signed order, then Social Security (7–10 business days), the DMV, and your passport (4–6 weeks).

What do I do after the judge signs my order in Alaska?

Order certified copies, then update Social Security first, the DMV next, then your passport, banks, and employer. Our Who-To-Notify Checklist builds the full ordered list.

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Last verified July 16, 2026Reviewed by the Name Change Atlas Editorial Team against official court and .gov sources.