Change of Surname of Minor

There are two types of alterations explained below: follow the guidelines to the one applicable.

A child known by the surname of the man the mother married after the death or divorce of the biological father

The following documentation is required:

1. Completion of forms BI-193 and BI-529.
2. Certified copy of the parents divorce order or the biological fathers death certificate.
3. Written consent from biological father (if still alive) or court order granting exemption from such consent.
4. Written consent from stepfather who's surname is to be used.
5. Copy of marriage certificate (present marriage).

A child born out of wedlock, and is now known by the surname of the man whom the mother married

1. Completion of form BI-193.
2. Written consent to the change of surname from the man the mother married.
3. Certified copy of the current marriage certificate.
4. The following fees are applicable: 8.00 AUD per alteration

Return Postage:

• For applications originating from within Australia - a Self-addressed Express or Registered Post Envelope (only one envelope per family) OR a Postal Money Order or Bank Cheque made payable to the South African High Commission.
• For applications originating from outside Australia a Bank Draft for the amount of
  10.00 AUD made payable to the South African High Commission. (Fee covers
  whole family / group)

Personal cheques or credit cards are NOT accepted.

Forms may be down loaded from www.sahc.org.au or www.dha.gov.za

Postal Address:

South African High Commission
State Circle
Yarralumla
ACT
2600

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