Can I change my child last name and birth certificate

In Philippines
Last Updated: Feb 6, 2026
I got married abroad our marriage is not registered in Philippines embassy and when I gave birth to my baby in the Philippines I registered in her birth certificate I am married and use her father last name. I want to change it because his father go run away and married again. He's muslim....

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CAGUIA TAN & CUA Law Offices

CAGUIA TAN & CUA Law Offices

Feb 7, 2026
You may file a petition for correction of birth certificate.
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