NM name & Gender change Information
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Until Further Notice. Do not attempt to update your gender marker on any federal documents.
Name Change Automated Forms NM.pdfDownload this PDF.
Print a blank copy. (Optional) (Make sure to keep this entirely separate, this is just for use as a back up in case something goes wrong.)
Fill out all the Required Sections using the PDF file
Print that version, too.
Bring them to 400 Lomas Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. Monday-Friday.
Assume that parking will be difficult to find and may cost around $5 via app or card
Leave your phone in your car, they'll make you leave if you bring it with you.
Bring $137 in Cash
6x $20 Bills
2x $5 Bills
7x $1 Bills
Go to Clerk's Office, Room 119, first floor and tell the person behind the desk that you'd like to file the petition.
Follow their instructions. (Also found in packet)
Total Cost $140-$150
(Depending on number of copies ordered. Order more than 2.)
Document Name/Gender Marker Other Forms
Changing a NM birth certificate of a person young than 18 requires signed approval from both parents.