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In Maine, you file a name change petition with the County Probate Court in the county where you live. The filing fee is $75, and newspaper publication is generally not required. Fee waivers are available if you cannot afford the cost.
Where you file
County Probate Court
Estimated court fee
$75
Typical timeline
Varies by county; confirm with the clerk
Residency rule
Must be a resident of Maine (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
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The filing fee is $75. 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.
Gender marker options: M / F / X. Confirm current procedures with each agency.
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 Maine, you file a name change petition with the County Probate Court 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 Maine is $75. Additional costs may apply (publication fees, certified copies, background checks) and fees can change. Source: ME probate court; ME Statutes 18-C §1-701. Confirm the current amount with the court before filing.
No, newspaper publication is not typically required for a standard name change in this state.
Hearing requirements may vary. Confirm with the court.
Available options: M, F, X. Rules can change, so verify with the relevant state agency before submitting documents.
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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