Tax for Name Change Applications
The municipality of Spa is introducing a tax on name change applications. This tax applies to individuals who submit a request to the civil registrar. It is effective from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2031.
Key points
- The tax amount is 400.00 EUR per application.
- There is no surcharge if the new name is assigned in whole or in part to minor, unemancipated descendants.
- The rate will be indexed annually on January 1st, based on the consumer price index of January 2025.
- A 90% reduction applies if the name is ridiculous, odious, causes confusion, or is difficult to bear (with a medical certificate).
- The tax is payable in cash upon receipt of the application.