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Minor Child Name Change in Nevada: Steps, Cost & Forms

Verified against Nevada District Court and .gov sources · Last verified July 16, 2026.

Quick answer

A minor child name change in Nevada is filed in the Nevada District Court, costs about $200–$300 (typical $270, varies by county), and requires a newspaper notice. Most cases finish in 6–12 weeks. You'll need the forms below and certified copies of the signed order to update your IDs.

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What it costs

Filing fee
$200–$300 (typical $270, varies by county)

Varies by county with no statewide figure published; confirm the exact filing fee with your county court clerk

Court
Nevada District Court

District Court in the county where you live

Timeline
6–12 weeks

Step by step

  1. 1

    Complete the Nevada child name-change packet — Family Cover Sheet, Petition for Child's Name Change, Notice of Petition, Child's Consent (if the child is 14 or older), Proof of Service on the Other Parent, Request for Summary Disposition, and Order for Child's Name Change — under NRS 41.291 to 41.299.

  2. 2

    Both parents generally must consent with notarized consent forms; if one parent will not agree, that parent must be served and given the chance to object, and if a parent cannot be located you may serve by publication.

  3. 3

    File the petition, pay or waive the fee, and publish the notice unless a waiver applies.

  4. 4

    Attend the hearing if the court sets one; the judge decides on the child's best interest and signs the Order for Child's Name Change.

  5. 5

    Get certified copies of the order and update the child's Social Security record, school records, and passport.

Official forms

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FormCodeOfficial link
Nevada name change forms (adult and child)—Open ↗
Child Name Change guided interview (DIY)—Open ↗
Newspaper publication: Required — Publication of the notice is required as with adults (safety and gender-identity waivers apply); if the other parent cannot be located, the court may order service by publication.
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Good to know in Nevada:
  • • A child 14 or older must also consent to the name change with a separate notarized consent form.
  • • If a parent will not consent, extra service and objection steps apply before the court will decide.

Then update your IDs

Once you have the signed order, update Social Security first, then your Nevada license, then your passport and accounts.

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Minor Child Name Change in Nevada: FAQ

How much does a minor child name change cost in Nevada?
About $200–$300 (typical $270, varies by county), filed in the Nevada District Court. Varies by county with no statewide figure published; confirm the exact filing fee with your county court clerk.
Do I have to publish a notice in a newspaper in Nevada?
Yes. Publication of the notice is required as with adults (safety and gender-identity waivers apply); if the other parent cannot be located, the court may order service by publication.
Do both parents have to agree to change a child's name in Nevada?
Both parents generally must be notified. If the other parent objects or can't be found, the court decides based on the child's best interest. A child 14 or older must also consent to the name change with a separate notarized consent form.
How long does it take in Nevada?
Typically 6–12 weeks from filing to a signed order, then Social Security (7–10 business days), the DMV, and your passport (4–6 weeks).
What do I do after the judge signs my order in Nevada?
Order certified copies, then update Social Security first, the DMV next, then your passport, banks, and employer. Our Who-To-Notify Checklist builds the full ordered list.

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Last verified July 16, 2026Reviewed by the Name Change Atlas Editorial Team against official court and .gov sources.

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