A person may seek a name change for any number of reasons, such as divorce, safety reasons or simply wanting a new name. Montana law provides a formal name change process under MCA Title 27, Chapter 31. This page features forms and links to assist self-represented individuals petition a Montana district court for a name change.

Forms with Guidance

Name Change Packet (Adult)

Name Change Packet (Child)

Name Change (Sealed Record - When your safety is at risk)

Forms – Listed Individually

Name Change (Adult Packet)

• Petition
• Order Setting Name Change Hearing
• Notice of Name Change Hearing
• Order Changing Name

Name Change (Minor Child)

• Petition
• Consent to Change
• Order Setting Hearing
• Notice of Hearing on Name Change
• Order Changing Name

Name Change (Sealed)

• Petition (under Sealed Record)
• Order Sealing Record and Setting Hearing
• Order Changing Name (under Sealed Record)

MCA Title 27, Chapter 31. Change of Name

Name Change: Information and Forms, from MontanaLawHelp.org

Changing Your Name on Your Driver License or ID Card, from the Department of Justice, Motor Vehicle Division

How do I change or correct my name on my Social Security number card? from the U.S. Social Security Administration

Change or Correct a Passport, from the U.S. Department of State