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glohearts

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12/31/2014
Topic:
Add a Name or Legal Name Change?

glohearts
glohearts
Hi, I need some advice.

I am 18 years old turning 19 in February 2015.

On my birth certificate, my name is in this format: Engligh name, Chinese name, family name.

However, growing up I was never called by my English name on my birth certificate because my mother decided to use another name for me.

Whenever I signed up for school or activities I would be called by Matthew, although not indicated on my birth certificate.

Now, for legal and registration purposes, I wish to have Matthew added so I can use it legally.

I don't know what procedures to take to have this name added.

Would this be a legal name change or an amendment?

Also, who do I contact for this procedure to be done?

Thank you in advance!
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