CHANGING A CHILD’S SURNAME UPON ADOPTION ✅ FAMILY ✅ SERVICES

Analyze the family’s and child’s specific situation.
Check the availability of all necessary documents (birth certificate, court decision on adoption, adoptive parents’ passports).
Explain to the client how the procedure will proceed, timelines, and possible nuances.

Draft the application to the Civil Registry Office (RACTS) for changing the child’s surname.
Verify documents for compliance with legal requirements.
Prepare additional papers in case of international adoption (translations, apostille).

Register the application at the Civil Registry Office.
Monitor the changes in the registry and correct possible mistakes.
Support communication with the authorities (respond to RACTS requests, clarify documents).

Changing a child’s surname upon adoption in Ukraine

Adoption is an important step for every family. One of the legal aspects of this process is changing the child’s surname. Proper documentation ensures that the new surname is officially registered and that the child’s rights are fully protected.

Grounds for changing a child’s surname upon adoption

Ukrainian legislation provides that after adoption, a child can take the adoptive parents’ surname. This applies to:

The child’s surname,
First name and patronymic,
Changing the first name at the request of the adoptive parents (the child’s consent is required if they are older than 7 years).

Our team helps to prepare all necessary documents and ensures the legality of the surname change without unnecessary bureaucratic issues.

Procedure for changing a child’s surname

The process includes several key stages:

Submitting an application to the Civil Registry Office (RACTS) — we help to correctly complete the application to avoid refusals.
Document collection — birth certificate, court decision on adoption, adoptive parents’ passports.
Receiving a new birth certificate — after the changes are entered into the official record.

We know how to properly support each stage so that the surname change process is fast and error-free.

Important Legal Nuances

The child’s consent to change the surname is mandatory if they are older than 7 years.
In case of international adoption, additional documents and translations are required.
Incorrect documentation may become a reason for contesting the changes in the future.

Why you should turn to the “Consultant” service

The Consultant service is a convenient legal marketplace that connects professionals and clients. By choosing us, you get:

Time savings — we prepare all documents and accompany the process from start to finish.

Guarantee of legal accuracy — avoiding mistakes in documents and ensuring compliance with current legislation.

Individual approach — each family receives a personal lawyer who handles your specific case.

Transparent conditions — clear prices and strict timelines for service completion.

Conclusion

Changing a child’s surname upon adoption is an important legal step that requires professional support. By turning to the Consultant legal service, you ensure the legality of the procedure, peace of mind for the family, and protection of the child’s rights. Entrust the complex bureaucracy to professionals and focus on the most important thing — creating a new family.