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This Colorado guide has not yet completed human verification.
The overview below reflects general process information only. Before you file, confirm every requirement, form, and fee directly with the Varies by county or your county clerk. We are verifying this guide against official Colorado sources and will publish the verified version soon.
In Colorado, you file a name change petition with the court in the county where you live. The filing fee is $98 county court / $268 district court, and newspaper publication is generally not required. Fee waivers are available if you cannot afford the cost. Court and agency rules can change, so verify current requirements with your local court before filing.
Where you file
Varies by county
Estimated court fee
$98 county court / $268 district court
Typical timeline
Varies by county; confirm with the clerk
Residency rule
Must be a resident of Colorado (file in your county of residence)
Publication for general filings
Required in most cases
Fee waiver available
Available — ask the clerk
Gender marker options
M / F / X
Form information for Colorado is still being compiled. Verify required forms with your local court.
The filing fee is $98 county court / $268 district court. Confirm the current amount with the court clerk before filing.
Fee waiver available: Yes
Fees vary by county and change over time — confirm with the clerk before filing.
Newspaper publication may be required; check for waivers.
Ask the clerk about record sealing and safety options if publication would put you at risk.
Colorado offers an X gender marker on driver licenses (self-attestation) and on birth certificates.
Agency by agency
Gender marker rules differ by agency — driver license / ID, birth certificate, passport (federal), and SSA (federal) can each have different options and proof rules. Confirm the options for each record you plan to update.
Self-attestation: Verify with the relevant agency
Medical proof required: Verify with the relevant agency
Confirm current procedures with each agency before filing.
After receiving your court order, update your records with key agencies. The following list is a general starting point — priorities may vary by situation.
County procedures can vary. Always confirm filing steps with your local court.
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In Colorado, you file a name change petition with the Varies by county in the county where you live. Requirements can vary by county and situation, so verify current instructions with the official court source before filing.
The filing fee in Colorado is $98 county court / $268 district court. Additional costs may apply (publication fees, certified copies, background checks) and fees can change. Source: CO Judicial Branch. Confirm the current amount with the court before filing.
Publication requirements vary. Verify current requirements with your local court before filing.
Hearing requirements may vary. Confirm with the court.
DR 2083 self-designation form; no surgery requirement. One free change without court order; additional changes need a court order. Birth certificate updates are administrative (CDPHE).
Start with the official court or agency source linked on this page. NameRight provides informational guidance and preparation tools, not legal advice. Court and agency rules can change, so always verify before filing or paying fees.
Every claim on this page points back to an official source. Here is what each source supports and when it was last checked — verify details with the source before filing.
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