Name Change Ad in Newspaper Online Booking

Book Name Change Ad in Leading Newspapers of India:

Newspaper Ad for Name Change

An announcement done for legally changing name by publishing in the newspaper's classified or display section is called a Name Change Advertisement. Any individual who wants to change their name and wish to inform the new name to general public or authorities can publish a name change ad.

Why a name change ad is a legal requirement?

Because it basically serves as the main proof to justify your change of legal name. For administrative processes, a name change ad is a must required documentation to show as an evidence of your official announcement of the change.

For instance, you would have to attest this advertisement copy together with other required paperwork when changing your name legally in Passport, PAN card, Aadhaar card, Bank Account or school certificate.

Reason of placing a Name Change Ad in newspapers?

There are many reasons for posting a name change ad in newspapers. The most common reasons are as follows:

• Spelling Mistake: Any mistakes made to a person’s name within a formal document such as a birth certificate, passport or even an educational certificate.
• Marriage/Divorce: Generally after marriage the surname of a woman gets changed. So to update the new name in all official documents it is needed. The same reason applies when getting divorced.
• Changing Religion: When someone is converting to another religion, most probably the complete name is changed.
• Adapting a Child: When a person who adopts a kid and wants to change or add a name or surname after the adoption procedure.
• Minor’s Name Change: When changing minor’s name on their birth certificate or any other document.
• Father’s Name Change: When there is a need of changing or updating father’s name on documents.
• Other Legal Reasons: There are many other legal reasons like change of name in property documents, will document etc.
• Personal Preference: For any personal reason, like due to numerology, astrology preferences, or any other reason, one may seek to change their name.

Need of Documents to place a Name Change Ad:

The first and most essential document for the placement of a name change newspaper advertisement is a Notarized Affidavit.

An Affidavit copy will have to be drafted by including current name, the new name wishing to change, father's name or husband's name (for married women), age, residential address, and reason for the name change of the applicant. A City Notary or Gazetted Officer has to execute this Affidavit.

Whom to approach for an affidavit:

You can visit the public notary or magistrate office in the town to get an affidavit prepared. The officer will prepare the affidavit on ₹20 or ₹50 denomination of non-judicial stamp paper.

You will have to sign on the printed copy of the affidavit in front of the officer and they will also sign and attest the document and provide it to you. A payment of ₹150 to ₹200 (varies from city to city) has to be made to get the affidavit.

Validity of an Affidavit:

The affidavit is valid only till 6 months from the date of its execution. So if you even have an affidavit that was made before 6 months, it would be of no use. You have to get a new one with current date.

Newspaper Ad Types for Name Change:

To publish a Change of Name announcement in a newspaper, you need to select from two advertising formats:

1. Classified Text Ad:

The most affordable option for a name change advertisement within the newspaper is the Classified Text advertisement. They are charged per word or line with a limitation of using maximum words or lines.

This defers from newspaper to newspaper, for example the newspapers who charges per word may have 50 words maximum limit or more and the newspapers which charges per line may have 15 Lines maximum limit or more.

This format is the most preferred option of name-change advertisers because of the low cost and ease of ad booking with minimal lead time for urgent legal or administrative requirements.

2. Classified Display Ad:

A classified display advertisement bridges the gap between basic classified listings and full-fledged display ads in newspapers. Unlike simple text classifieds, these ads incorporate visual enhancements such as logos, borders, and sometimes images, making them more noticeable.

Essentially, classified display ads allow Name Change Advertisers to elevate their message within the classified section. They provide a cost-effective way to boost visibility, highlight key information, and create a stronger presence compared to standard classifieds. This hybrid format enables advertisers to stand out and capture attention without the expense of a full display advertisement.

How to give Name Change Ad in a Newspaper?

The best recommendation to publish a name change ad in the newspaper is to book it online via Ads2Publish.com because of the convenience you get. To do this, go to namechange.ads2publish.com and follow the steps given:

• Step 1: Get an Affidavit

  Before starting the ad booking process make sure you have the Name Change Affidavit ready. Otherwise your ad cannot be accepted. To know how to get an affidavit check this out.

• Step 2: Select City

  Starting the ad booking requires you to input your city name in the search bar and select a city [Ex.: Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore etc] and proceed to view available local newspapers.

• Step 3: Choose a Newspaper

  Now select newspapers from the list that the chosen city offers. Look out for 2 Newspapers Combo Packages, which are cost-effective and includes a National and Local Newspaper. Compare package prices and choose a combo deal to proceed.

• Step 4: Select Publishing Date

  Choose Ad release date through the calendar. If your date is unavailable you can call us - we offer next-day ad release for urgent name change needs!

• Step 5: Draft your Advertisement

  Use our easy-to-use text editor to draft your ad. Drafting a Change of Name Ad is crucial and requires a precise format. Here's a standard format you can use:

  I, [Old Name], S/o. [Name of your Father / Husband], aged [00] years, residing at [your Home Address], have changed my name from [Old Name] to [New Name] as per Affidavit No. [Affidavit Number] dated [00.00.0000] issued by Notary Public [Name of Notary Public].

  Just copy the given format and edit it by replacing your information. Please make sure the information entered in the ad editor exactly matches the details mentioned on your affidavit like the Current Name, New Name, Father's Name, Age, Residential Address, Affidavit Number and Date. Any error can lead to delays or the rejection of your ad.

• Step 6: Make Payment

  Review the submitted ad details and pay online using a Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking or through UPI. Our online payment system is secure, and your transaction is protected.

  We also have an option of offline payment. After the booking you can deposit or transfer the amount in our bank account.

Receive Confirmation

After your payment goes through, an Tax Invoice with the ad booking details will be sent to the registered email address.

Submit Affidavit Copy

You will have to Upload a scanned copy of the notarized affidavit in PDF or JPEG format or send it to us via email by replying to the ad booking confirmation email. Please make sure the scanned copy is clear and readable.

Editorial Approval & Ad Release:

After editorial approval the ad will get published on the chosen date.

Check your Published Ad:

On the day of your ad release we will provide you a digital copy of the newspaper for reference. You need to purchase the hard copies from the local newspaper stand. Please make sure to buy multiple copies of newspapers as it would be difficult to get the physical copies later.

Passport Name Change Advertisement: A Simplified Process

To change a name on a passport, the passport authorities require a published copy of a Name Change advertisement in two publications: one must be a national English daily, and the other should be a local language daily. The legal proof of the change of name is considered through this newspaper cuttings.

Process:

• Collect Necessary Documents: Get a notarized affidavit; Your current passport or ID; and evidence of residence (electricity bill or gas bill).
• Publish Ad in Newspapers: Get an advertisement of name change published in a English as well as local language newspaper in your city. Ads2publish provides 2 newspaper combo offers which saves cost. Try to book your ad 2 days before the date of publishing to avoid last minute rush.
• Get Copies of Newspapers: On the day your advertisement release, buy printed copies of the newspapers from any newspaper vendor.
• Book appointment for a new Passport application: To apply for a Passport Name Change, you will have to make an appointment in Passport Seva Kendra; you can book the slot online.
• Document Submission: While applying for a new passport you will have to submit the passport application along with the affidavit, original newspaper clippings, current passport, passport address proof, and two passport photos.
• Documents Verification: Every document you provide will be checked by the officials, and the process will be finished using a biometric authentication.
• Receiving New Passport: It may take around 15 to 20 days, but after all due processing, you should be receiving your new Passport with the newly updated name on it.

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• Matrimonial
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• Property Sale
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• Name Change
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