How to legally change your name: R.A. 9048 Briefer

Does your name incite laughter or confusion among people? Do your namesakes cause you trouble every time you need a clearance from the National Bureau of Investigation?

In its August 29 episode, ‘Investigative Documentaries’ explored the Republic Act 9048--- an Act Authorizing C/MCR or Consul General to Correct a Clerical or Typographical Error in an Entry and/or Change of First Name or Nickname in the Civil Register Without Need of a Judicial Order.

For those who are planning to have their names legally changed, let this R.A. 9048 infographic guide you: