This Affidavit for Name Change After Marriage is a formal, notarized declaration used by Indian citizens living abroad who wish to update their name in the Indian passport after marriage. It serves as an official statement confirming that the applicant has changed their name following marriage and intends to use the new (married) name for all legal, travel, and official purposes.
The affidavit format follows the standard accepted by Indian Embassies and Consulates worldwide, including those in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, and can be submitted through VFS Global or other authorized passport service centers. It includes the required notary attestation section and is compliant with the latest guidelines for passport reissue or renewal with a name change after marriage.
 
Who Should Use This Affidavit:
 
✅ Indian citizens applying for passport renewal or reissue abroad after marriage who want their married name to appear in the new passport.
✅ Applicants submitting their passport application through VFS Global or the local Indian Embassy/Consulate in their country of residence.
✅ Those whose old passport carries their maiden name and who now wish to update it to their married name.
✅ Applicants who have a marriage certificate as proof and need to support their passport name change request with a notarized affidavit.