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Name change in Visakhapatnam: notarize affidavit on AP stamp paper (Rs. 100), publish in Eenadu Vizag or Sakshi (Telugu) and The Hindu Vizag or Times of India (English), submit dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Visakhapatnam (Vizag), a major port city and one of Andhra Pradesh's most important cities, is home to a large population requiring name changes for identity documents, naval and defence records, and land registrations. The Central Gazette of India process is the standard method: notarize an affidavit on Andhra Pradesh stamp paper, publish ads in one English and one Telugu newspaper, and submit to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Visakhapatnam clients.
Quick Answer
- 01Notarize affidavit on Andhra Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100).
- 02Publish in Eenadu Visakhapatnam or Sakshi (Telugu) and The Hindu Vizag (English).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Visakhapatnam Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Visakhapatnam: 1. English daily: The Hindu (Visakhapatnam edition) or Times of India or Deccan Chronicle. 2. Telugu daily: Eenadu (Visakhapatnam edition - Eenadu has the largest circulation in Andhra Pradesh) or Sakshi or Andhra Jyothy. Eenadu is the top recommendation for Visakhapatnam.
Documents Required
Checklist for Visakhapatnam name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Andhra Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Telugu daily
- Completed Proforma signed by applicant and two witnesses
- MS Word Proforma on CD/DVD
- Signed CD undertaking
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Self-attested Aadhaar / PAN / Passport copy
Government Fees
Central Gazette fees apply uniformly:
| Category | Govt Fee |
|---|---|
| General citizen | Rs. 1,100 |
| Government employee | Rs. 1,400 |
| Minor (child) | Rs. 1,700 |
| NRI | Rs. 1,400 |
How Inamdar Legal Helps Visakhapatnam Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Visakhapatnam clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Eenadu newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and New Delhi submission. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.