Name Change Certificate Service | Alankit Global Service Centre Germany

A Name Change Certificate as per Indian Passport is issued to confirm that an applicant’s name has been updated or differs as recorded in an Indian passport. This certificate is generally required for official, legal, or administrative purposes where verification of the name change is necessary, subject to validation by the concerned consular authority.

For applicants in Germany, Alankit Global supports the preparation and organization of applications for issuance of a name change certificate as per Indian passport records. Our assistance is limited to facilitation and application-readiness support only. We do not influence consular decisions or outcomes. The verification of records and issuance of the certificate remain solely under the authority of the concerned consular office.

Applicants may avail assistance during the preparation stage for:

Reviewing documents to ensure consistency with passport records
Guidance in completing and submitting the application form
Printing and photocopying support
Internet kiosk access
Secure handling, collection, and dispatch of documents

These services are intended to help applicants in Germany obtain the required certificate smoothly, reduce discrepancies, and ensure that submissions are properly structured prior to consular processing.

Follow the below steps in order to apply

Create an account (Register yourself) on Alankit Global Service Centre website. Click Here to register.
Book your appointment online at Alankit Global Service Centre website. You can choose a convenient date and time to visit the Alankit Global Service Centre for your application submission. Click Here to book your appointment online.
Ensure that you have your all other supporting documents, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section.
Visit the Alankit Global Service Centre, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location of the centre will be clearly mentioned in the appontment letter.
Kindly ensure you reach the centre 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.
Submit your application and deposit your fees at Alankit Global Service Centre. You can check the fee for this application under the "Fee Details" section.
Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your attested document(s) delivered to your doorstep!
While your application is in process, you can track your application to know the current stage of your application process. Click Here to track your application online.

Note: For Postal Applications, follow step 1 and step 2, and then apply for postal application by loggin-in. Click here to log-in. Follow the step-by-step direction to prepare your postal package and send it to the correct Alankit Global Service Centre as per your jurisdiction. Please ensure to attach your proof of payment in your postal package.

You can refer to the below Step-By-Step diagram to understand and follow the application process.

How to apply at a glance:

For Postal Applications

Documents Checklist for Name Change Certificate as per Indian Passport:

Click Here to fill the online form to generate the PDF of the Request Form / Request Letter. Please note a printout of the PDF is required along with other documents in the checklist.
Self-attested photocopy of the first and last page of the current Indian passport (personal information pages).
Self-attested photocopy of the first and last page of the previous Indian passport (personal information pages).
Self-attested photocopy of valid German Stay Permit (Aufenthaltstitel/Visa/Personal Ausweis).
Self-attested City Registration Certificate (Meldebescheinigung) of your current German address is mandatory for all types of document processing.
Proof of payment of the applicable fee (if made through bank transfer).
The applicant must bring one passport-size photo with them, and all documents must be self-attested.
Enclose the filled Checklist. Click here to download.
Enclose Applicant Consent Form. Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.

Note: If any additional documents is required based on the application, the applicant have to provide the same.

Note: Please bring all the required original documents for verification.

Fees Details

Note: If fingerprint or facial biometrics, or both, are not required for the selected service, the corresponding biometric charges for these services will be deducted from the total fees payable by the applicant.

Service	Passport Fee	ICWF Fee	Alankit Service Fee	Total Fee
Name Change Certificate as per Indian Passport	EUR 20.00	EUR 2.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 26.53

To ensure safe and timely return of documents, courier service is the standard mode of delivery for all applications submitted to Alankit Global Service Centre’s.

Courier Charges

€26 – Within Province (with Insurance & Tracking)
€33 – Outside Province (with Insurance & Tracking)

All applications, especially postal applications are processed with return courier service to avoid delays and ensure secure delivery.

Bank Transfer Charges

An additional €0.50 applies for payments made via bank transfer, to cover transaction fees.

Disclaimer: The Indian Embassy and Consulates in Germany reserve the right to update fees in accordance with directives from the Indian Government, without prior notice. While efforts are made to publish the latest and correct fees, discrepancies may occur. In such cases, applicants may be required to pay the difference, even after submitting their applications.

FAQ's for Name Change Certificate as per Indian Passport

Why do I need a Name Change Certificate?

A Name Change Certificate is a legal document that gives legal recognition to a changed name. It's needed to update personal records and avoid legal complications.

Does the Embassy / Consulate issue name change certificate?
- Yes, the Embassy / Consulate issues name change certificate to Indian nationals, based on the current Indian passport and previous Indian passport.
What documents are required for issuance of a Name Change Certificate to an Indian National?
- Duly filled in Miscellaneous application form.
- Self-attested copy of Indian passport containing the current name (Front and last page).
- Self-attested copies of other Indian passports containing previous names (Front and last page).
- Copy of the Visa / Resident Permit.
- Copy of Residence Proof / City Registration (Meldebescheinigung / Anmeldung).
What is the fee for name change certificate? How do I make the payment?
- Refer to the "Fees Details" section for details. Alankit Global Service Centre accepts both cash payment and payments through credit / debit cards.

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Berlin Brandenburg Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Sachsen Sachsen-Anhalt Thüringen	Alankit Global Service Centre - Berlin Sud Tower, 10th Floor, Eichhornstraße 3, 10785 Berlin, Germany Phone - +49 6994322992 Apply Now	visadesk.berlin@alankit.com passportdesk.berlin@alankit.com ocidesk.berlin@alankit.com consulardesk.berlin@alankit.com
Hesse North Rhine-Westphalia Rhineland-Palatinate Saarland	Alankit Global Service Centre - Frankfurt 3rd Floor, Mainzer Landstraße 158, 60327 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Phone - +49 6994322992 Apply Now	visadesk.frankfurt@alankit.com passportdesk.frankfurt@alankit.com ocidesk.frankfurt@alankit.com consulardesk.frankfurt@alankit.com
Bremen Hamburg Niedersachsen Schleswig-Holstein	Alankit Global Service Centre - Hamburg Office No. 5-3.1, 5th Floor, Am Sandtorkai 27, 20457 Hamburg, Germany Phone - +49 6994322992 Apply Now	visadesk.hamburg@alankit.com passportdesk.hamburg@alankit.com ocidesk.hamburg@alankit.com consulardesk.hamburg@alankit.com
Baden-Württemberg Bayern	Alankit Global Service Centre - Munich 5th Floor, Weinstraße 3, 80333 München, Germany Phone - +49 6994322992 Apply Now	visadesk.munich@alankit.com passportdesk.munich@alankit.com ocidesk.munich@alankit.com consulardesk.munich@alankit.com