Need assistance?
Land Services SA is unable to provide legal advice. Whilst you are not obligated to engage the services of a solicitor or registered conveyancer, Land Services SA always recommends engaging an industry professional to seek representation due to the complex legal nature of land transactions / dealings, subdivisions and boundary realignments.
The best way to find an Industry Professional is through a recommendation by a friend or family. Alternatively, Industry Bodies publish lists of registered and certified practitioners in your areas.
Your Certificate of Title needs to be updated if you have changed your name:
- by marriage
- legally through Births, Deaths and Marriages
- because of an alteration or correction
- by reverting to a surname used before marriage.
1. Complete the Form
- Form A4 – Application to Note Change of Name
- Form A4 Guidance Note – Application to Note Change of Name
- Completed Form A4 Example – Application to Note Change of Name
- Review the Checklists CN, AD and TA to assist you in checking off the steps you will need to complete before lodging with Land Services SA.
If you complete this form without the assistance of a registered conveyancer or legal practitioner, you will need to comply with the legislative requirements and provide the relevant certifications that apply to self-represented parties.
All LTO forms must be printed in black ink on white, A4, 80gsm paper and printed on both sides. If you do not have access to a duplex printer, use the manual feed option to produce a double-sided copy.
2. Have your Identity Verified
Applications to change name are subject to the Registrar-General’s Verification of Identity requirements.
Land Services SA have developed a Verification of Identity for Self-Represented Parties Fact Sheet for your convenience.
3. Have your Authority Verified
Applications to change name are subject to the Registrar-General’s Verification of Authority requirements.
For more information, see the Verification of Authority Guidelines.
4. Lodge the Application
Lodge the completed application with Land Services SA in person (Level 9, 101 Grenfell Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000)  or by post  (GPO Box 543, SA, 5001) along with:
- evidence to support the change of name.
- The fee payable, this can be paid by EFTPOS (in person only), cash (in person only) or cheque.
- evidence relating to the verification of your identity and authority to deal with the property.