Change a Name
In Victoria, it is possible to change your name from the age of 18 with Births, Deaths and Marriages. For patients aged under 18, parental approval is required.
The process to change a name depends on whether:
- You’re an adult (over 18 years of age) or child
- You were born in Victoria or overseas
If you were born interstate, apply to the Registry in that state or territory.
You can change your name only once in a 12-month period and 3 times in your lifetime.
For more information visit: Births, Deaths & Marriages, Victoria.
Change a Record of Sex
Victorian law allows people born in Victoria to change the record of sex shown on their birth certificate. People born elsewhere may also change how their sex is recognised.
Adults can apply and parents can apply on behalf of their child.
You don’t need to have surgery.
For more information visit: Births, Deaths & Marriages, Victoria.