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Change of Name

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

 

Geographic Zone Cost
Europe and Cuba EUR €260
Rest of The World USD $358

Previous table includes stamp duty.

 

2014 Costs for Europe (EUROS)
Ministery Base Cost Stamp Duty Total Cost
€108 €152 €260

 

2014 Costs for The Rest of The World (USD)
Ministery Base Cost Stamp Duty Total Cost
$160 $198 $358

 

Please note that you must have formalized your request for copies before you can make the respective payment.

  • Electronic payment: On the internet, to use the Electronic Payment System, press the Safe Payments On Line button (see our Citizen’s Guide to EPS). Remember that, in order to pay by EPS, you must have an active account in Colombia with a financial entity which provides electronic payment service.

Means of payment must be verified for each consulate. See the Directory of Consulates.