A name can be changed once only and the following are the requirements for the purpose:
- Present the valid citizenship card.
- Photocopy of both sides of the citizenship card.
- Authentic copy of the Birth Certificate (issued no more than three months previously).
When the deed has been drawn up, you must:
- Forward a copy of the deed to Colombia for your Birth Certificate Civil Registration to be annotated.
- Request a copy of the Birth Certificate with the annotation.
- Rectifiy your citizenship card.
- Finally, change the name on your Colombian passport.
Costs and Means of Payment
Previous table includes stamp duty.
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Please note that you must have formalized your request for copies before you can make the respective payment.
Means of payment must be verified for each consulate. See the Directory of Consulates. |