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Name Change Affidavit Guide

Step-by-step notary and e-stamp guide for Andhra Pradesh Residents.

Execution Process in Andhra Pradesh

The affidavit is the core legal declaration required for your name change. It must be executed on a non-judicial e-stamp paper and notarized by a gazetted officer or Public Notary in Andhra Pradesh.

01

Content Drafting

Draft the content stating old name, new name, and AP residential address exactly as per your current ID proofs.

02

E-Stamp Purchase

Print the content on an Andhra Pradesh e-stamp paper (₹10 or ₹20 depending on final use like Passport updates).

03

Notarization

Visit a Notary Public in cities like Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, or Guntur to get your signature verified.

Stamp Duty Compliance

Ensure the following mandatory details are included in your affidavit:

  • Full Old Name (as per ID)
  • Proposed New Name
  • Father's/Husband's Full Name
  • Current Andhra Pradesh Address
  • Reason for Name Change

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