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Adult Name Change in New Hampshire: Steps, Cost & Forms

Verified against New Hampshire Circuit Court, Probate Division and .gov sources · Last verified July 16, 2026.

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An adult name change in New Hampshire is filed in the Circuit Court, Probate Division, costs about $140, and sometimes requires a newspaper notice. Most cases finish in 4–10 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
$140

Statewide Circuit Court fee; confirm the current amount with the clerk

Court
Circuit Court, Probate Division

Circuit Court, Probate Division in the county where you live

Timeline
4–10 weeks

Step by step

  1. 1

    Complete the Petition for Change of Name (NHJB-2175-FPe) with your current name and full requested new name, and attach proof of identity.

  2. 2

    E-file the petition through TurboCourt in the Circuit Court, Probate Division for the county where you live and pay the $140 filing fee, or request a fee waiver.

  3. 3

    Provide any notice the court directs — New Hampshire does not require newspaper publication, but the judge may order notice under RSA 547:3-i.

  4. 4

    Attend the hearing if the court schedules one, then obtain the signed decree changing your name.

  5. 5

    Order certified copies of the decree and use them to update Social Security (Form SS-5), the NH DMV, your US passport, and your accounts.

Official forms

Every link goes to the official court or government host — never a paid re-host.

FormCodeOfficial link
Petition for Change of Name (e-File Only)NHJB-2175-FPeOpen ↗
Name Change e-Filing Forms—Open ↗
Newspaper publication: Sometimes — New Hampshire does not require newspaper publication; under RSA 547:3-i the judge may require notice at his or her discretion.
Background check: No background check
Good to know in New Hampshire:
  • • Electronic filing is mandatory in name-change cases at all Probate Division locations; self-represented filers use TurboCourt.

Then update your IDs

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

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Adult (Court) Name Change in New Hampshire: FAQ

How much does a adult (court) name change cost in New Hampshire?
About $140, filed in the Circuit Court, Probate Division. Statewide Circuit Court fee; confirm the current amount with the clerk.
Do I have to publish a notice in a newspaper in New Hampshire?
Sometimes — it depends on your court. Ask the clerk when you file.
How long does it take in New Hampshire?
Typically 4–10 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 New Hampshire?
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.

Sources

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