Since 2022 the Law of Changes in the Order of Surnamesregulations that deliver to people Over 18 years of 18, the possibility of modifying the order of their last names, being able to choose to put the mother to the paternal.
The legislation also gives parents the power to decide the order of the surnames of their first son or daughter, Decision that will apply automatically to all common sons and daughters enrolled later.
How change is requested
The procedure is carried out at the Civil Registry offices, prior time reservation online with unique key, click here. The day of the appointment, the person must present their identity card and complete the corresponding forms:
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Of legal age without sons or daughters: Formulario C7.
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Of legal age with sons or daughters under 14 years: Formulario C7.
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Of legal age with sons or daughters between 14 and 18 years: form C7 and form C8 (consent of the son or daughter).
Once the application is admitted, the Civil Registry has an approximate period of 45 business days To inform if the rectification was authorized.
Process costs
The change of order of surnames itself has no cost. However, those who request it must assume the expenses associated with the renewal of identification documents:
In addition, in the case of adults who manage the procedure, the publication in the Official Gazette:
A unique procedure in life
It is important to specify that the change in the order of the surnames It can only be done once in lifeso it is recommended to make the decision clearly and certainly before starting the process.
