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Adult Name Change in Virginia: Steps, Cost & Forms

Verified against Virginia Circuit Court and .gov sources · Last verified July 16, 2026.

Quick answer

An adult name change in Virginia is filed in the Circuit Court, costs about $30–$50 (typical $41, varies by county), and requires no newspaper notice. Most cases finish in 2–8 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
$30–$50 (typical $41, varies by county)

Most Circuit Courts charge about $41; the exact amount varies by locality — confirm with your county or city Circuit Court clerk

Court
Circuit Court

Circuit Court in the county or city where you live

Timeline
2–8 weeks

Step by step

  1. 1

    Complete Form CC-1411 (Application for Change of Name — Adult) with your current name, requested name, and the reason for the change, and sign it before a Notary Public or a Deputy Clerk (the application is made under oath).

  2. 2

    Disclose on the application any felony convictions and whether you are currently incarcerated or under any legal restraint — Virginia requires this and it does not automatically block the change.

  3. 3

    File the completed CC-1411 application, together with the proposed Order for Change of Name (Form CC-1429), with the Circuit Court clerk in the county or city where you live and pay the filing fee (about $41).

  4. 4

    Include a self-addressed stamped envelope so the clerk can mail you the signed order; a judge reviews the application and, if approved, signs the order — often without a hearing.

  5. 5

    Order certified copies of the signed order and use them to update Social Security, the Virginia DMV, your US passport, and your accounts.

Official forms

Every link goes to the official court or government host — never a paid re-host.

FormCodeOfficial link
Application for Change of Name (Adult)CC-1411Open ↗
Application for Change of Name (Adult) — InstructionsCC-1411Open ↗
Order for Change of Name (Adult)CC-1429Open ↗
Newspaper publication: Not required — Virginia generally does NOT require newspaper publication for an adult name change; the application is filed directly with the Circuit Court. Petitioners who are incarcerated or on probation, parole, or a registry may face additional notice requirements — the court can also seal the file for safety.
Background check: No background check
Good to know in Virginia:
  • • The filing fee is set locally; $41 is typical (confirmed at Prince William and Hanover County Circuit Courts) but you should confirm the exact filing fee with your county court clerk.
  • • Applications must be notarized before filing — bring valid photo ID to the notary or Deputy Clerk.
  • • A felony record does not automatically prevent a name change, but it must be disclosed and the court may add conditions.

Then update your IDs

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

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Adult (Court) Name Change in Virginia: FAQ

How much does a adult (court) name change cost in Virginia?
About $30–$50 (typical $41, varies by county), filed in the Circuit Court. Most Circuit Courts charge about $41; the exact amount varies by locality — confirm with your county or city Circuit Court clerk.
Do I have to publish a notice in a newspaper in Virginia?
No. Virginia does not require newspaper publication for this type of name change.
How long does it take in Virginia?
Typically 2–8 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 Virginia?
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.