Civil Affairs launches online first name change via Absher platform

The Civil Affairs Agency at the Ministry of Interior now allows citizens to change their first name electronically through the Absher platform, enabling users to update their own name or that of a child under 18, in accordance with approved naming regulations.

In a post on its X account, Civil Affairs clarified that the service can be accessed through a series of online steps on Absher, eliminating the need for traditional procedures.

How to change your first name on Absher

Civil Affairs outlined the steps to use the service as follows:

1. Log in to the Absher platform.

2. Select "Civil Affairs Services" from the "My Services" menu.

3. Click on "Name Field Modification Services."

4. Choose the "Change First Name" service.

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Civil Affairs emphasized that the new name must comply with its approved naming standards in order for the change request to be processed according to service regulations.

This service is part of ongoing efforts to digitize Civil Affairs services and make procedures more accessible to citizens through the Absher platform.