How can I change my first name?

Questioner

I am non-binary and I feel that my current first name no longer suits me. I am not transitioning because I do not feel the need to, but I do want to legally change my name. I would like more information about the process and the costs involved. I am 19 years old.

Lawyer

A request for a name change must be submitted to the court under these circumstances. This requires the assistance of a lawyer. No subsidized legal aid is provided for such cases. This is only done in very exceptional cases. Information about this can be found on the website of the Legal Aid Board: https://www.rvr.org/kenniswijzer/zoeken-kenniswijzer/toevoegen/personen/p080/ Based on what I have read now, you would not meet this requirement. This means that you will have to hire a lawyer if you wish to proceed with this, who will then charge you an hourly rate for this. If you wish to initiate such a procedure, you can contact us if you wish.