This service allows Rwandan citizens to request confirmation of their official name change. The applicants will get a change request notice that they will use to be updated in different registries.
The following are the most frequently asked questions about the confirmation of a change of name request:
How much does an applicant pay for the confirmation of a change of name request?
What are the requirements for applying for confirmation of a change of name?
An applicant will need an application number generated while applying for the confirmation of a change of name application.
What are the supporting documents required while applying for the confirmation of a change of name request?
The supporting documents required while applying for the confirmation of the change of name request are:
What is the processing time for the confirmation of a change of name?
The processing time is 7 working days.
Do applicants need to pick up their e-Certificate of Change of Name request from the MINALOC office?
No, it is an E-certificate. You can download it on IremboGov using the application number or billing number. What do I do next after getting an e-certificate of confirmation of the change of name?
There are four tasks to do:
Publish the change of name confirmation in the gazette, attach the certificate, and pay Rwf 14,000 for the application. Click here for more information.
Download the Gazette Publication Document on the IremboGov platform.
Announce the change of name certificate at two media houses (twice on the radio & once in two different newspapers).
Apply for the national ID correction to reflect the changes on their ID. Click here for more information.I applied for the confirmation of a change of name, and the certificate is taking longer. What should I do?
The processing time for an application for the confirmation of a change of name is 7 working days. If you believe this has exceeded the processing time, please contact MINALOC here.