As of September 1, 2024, BC Vital Statistics Agency updated the mandatory documentations for those who are changing their names legally in British Columbia. Before the change, only adults 19 and above are required to provide a Canadian RCMP police clearance for a name change application in BC. Now, this requirement is applicable to youths 12 and above.
Because the applicant is a minor, the results of the police clearance must be sent directly to the applicant’s home address. The applicant then needs to include the results of the police clearance along with their name change application for Vital Statistics.
Whether you are living in Canada or internationally, The Fingerprint Room Inc. can help you obtain your Canadian RCMP police clearance for a name change in BC. The process is simple!
If you are located in Canada, you can visit one of our offices in Richmond BC or Calgary AB to have your fingerprints taken and police clearance issued. If you are currently outside Canada, you can begin your online application with us now.
For more information about the recent changes to applying for a name change in BC, please check out here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/legal-changes-of-name/legal-change-of-name-application#sept1
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