I was born and raised in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. I’m currently living in Kochi, Kerala, and I’m thinking about changing my last name legally. Can I do this in Kochi, or do I have to go back to Bhubaneswar?

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Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago

I was born and raised in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. I’m currently living in Kochi, Kerala, and I’m thinking about changing my last name legally. Can I do this in Kochi, or do I have to go back to Bhubaneswar?

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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago

You can legally change your name in Kochi, Kerala. As per Indian law, you can apply for a name change in any district court in India, regardless of your place of birth or residence.

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