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Can I change the surname of a child?
In Philippines
Last Updated: Jan 15, 2025
Can I change the surname of a 3 years old child from his biological father to my surname? His parents got separated 2.5years ago. I'm with his biological mother (partner/not yet married) and wanted the child to use my surname?
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Posted Wed, Jan 15, 2025 7:23 AM
You cannot do that under our laws. You need to legally adopt him.
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Posted Wed, Jan 15, 2025 2:07 PM
You can change the surname of the child to your name if you legally adopt the child.
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