Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Maryland

Can a non-U.S. citizen change a name?

I am a legal permanent resident(green card). I would

like to know if I can get my name changed through the

Circiut Court of MD. I know that when you get naturalized you can change your name, but that is at

least 4 years away.

Thank You


Asked on 12/10/01, 5:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: Can a non-U.S. citizen change a name?

You're entitled to petition for a name change; you don't have to be a U.S. Citizen. You can't be doing it for a fraudulent or other illegal purpose, and you should probably check with INS to see if there are any reporting requirements with them.

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Answered on 12/10/01, 5:26 pm


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