16/02/2026
📝 Dealing with Name Mistakes in Your Documents? Here’s What You Need to Know About Affidavits!
Found a spelling mistake in your NID, Passport, or Academic Certificates? Or maybe your name is different across different documents? Don't panic! In Bangladesh, the first step to fixing this is often a Name Correction Affidavit.
Here is a quick breakdown of the process:
🤔 What is an Affidavit?
An affidavit is a formal written statement where you declare the truth (in this case, your correct name) under oath. It is a vital legal document used to support your request for name correction in government and educational offices.
🚀 The General Process:
• Consult a Lawyer: It is highly recommended to consult with an advocate. They will help you draft the affidavit correctly based on your specific situation.
• Drafting: The document will state your wrong name (as it appears in documents) and your correct name, declaring that both refer to the same person.
• Magistrate vs. Notary:
• For minor corrections, a Notary Public might suffice.
• For major changes (especially for NID or Passports), you usually need an affidavit signed before a 1st Class Judicial Magistrate.
• Newspaper Advertisement: In many cases, after the affidavit, you must publish a notice in a daily national newspaper announcing the name change/correction.
⚠️ Important Note:
An affidavit is usually just the supporting document. After obtaining it, you still need to apply to the specific authority (e.g., Election Commission for NID, Education Board for certificates, or Passport Office) to get the physical document updated.
💡 Pro Tip:
Always keep multiple original copies or certified copies of your affidavit. You will need them for various applications!
Need to fix your documents? Start today! A small mistake can cause big hassles later in visa processing or land registration.
👇 Have you faced issues with name corrections? Share your experience in the comments!
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