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According to Article 12 of the Family Code<\/strong>, when entering into a civil marriage, each spouse declares whether they will keep their own surname or take their spouse\u2019s surname. It is also possible to add the spouse\u2019s surname<\/strong> to one\u2019s own.<\/p>\n There are cases where a wife does not take her husband\u2019s surname at the time of marriage but later decides to do so. Such cases are governed by the Civil Registration Act<\/strong>. The procedure for changing a name is carried out before the District Court<\/strong> upon submission of a written application stating the circumstances that justify the requested change.<\/p>\n It is also possible for the husband to change his surname after marriage for various reasons. In such a case, the wife must decide whether to retain the surname she acquired through the marriage or to submit a new request to the court for another change of surname, since the marital union generally implies a shared family name as an expression of belonging.<\/p>\n In all cases, however, the change of surname cannot be made solely at the request of the petitioner<\/strong>. The applicant must present facts and evidence corresponding to the legal grounds provided in the Civil Registration Act.<\/p>\n This article does not constitute legal advice or an opinion. For legal assistance regarding a surname change, please consult a lawyer specializing in civil, family, and inheritance law.<\/em><\/p>\n