Baptism and Name Registration in Greece: A Legal Guide for Greek Americans
Registering Baptism and Name in Greece: Legal Assistance for Greek Americans
Greek Americans seeking to register a baptism or name in Greece must follow specific legal procedures. Whether you need to record a baptism with the municipal registry or officially register a name change, ensuring compliance with Greek civil law is essential.
At E CHATZIDIMITRIOU LLC, we specialize in handling baptism and name registration in Greece for individuals residing abroad. We guide you through every step, ensuring all legal requirements are met seamlessly.
Why Register a Baptism and Name in Greece?
Registering a baptism and a given name in Greece is crucial for:
• Obtaining a Greek birth certificate with the correct details
• Ensuring eligibility for Greek citizenship and passports
•Updating official Greek records to reflect the correct name
•Avoiding future legal complications with inheritance or property matters
Greek civil law recognizes both baptismal names and name declarations. If not properly recorded, discrepancies can arise between U.S. and Greek documents.
How to Register a Baptism and Name in Greece
1. Recording a Baptism in Greece
If a Greek citizen or a child of Greek descent has been baptized in a Greek Orthodox church, the baptism must be recorded with the Special Registry (Eidiko Lixiarcheio) and the local Municipality.
Documents Required
•Baptism certificate issued by the Greek Orthodox Church
•Greek birth certificate of the individual
•Parents’ Greek identification or passports
•Official family registration certificate (Oikogeneiaki Merida)
If the baptism took place in the United States, it must first be recognized by the Greek Orthodox Church in Greece before registration.
2. Registering a Name Declaration in Greece
If a child’s name was not declared at birth, parents can submit a name declaration (Onomatodosia) to officially register the given name in Greece.
Where to Register a Name in Greece?
• Greek Municipality Registry (Dimotologio)
• Special Registry of Athens (Eidiko Lixiarcheio Athinon)
Documents Required for Name Registration
•Birth certificate (Greek or U.S.)
•Parents’ Greek citizenship certificates or passports
•A notarized statement confirming the chosen name
Correcting Name Discrepancies in Greek Records
If there is a name discrepancy between U.S. and Greek records, an official correction process is required. Our legal team assists in resolving:
•Spelling differences between Greek and English versions of names
•Missing name records in Greek registries
•Unrecorded baptisms or name declarations
Legal Support for Greek Americans Registering Names in Greece
At E CHATZIDIMITRIOU LLC, we provide comprehensive legal assistance for Greek Americans handling baptism and name registrations in Greece.
Why Choose Us?
✔ Expert legal services specializing in Greek civil registration
✔ Remote assistance—no need to travel to Greece
✔ Fast and efficient processing of registration documents
✔ Legal support for any discrepancies in Greek records
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Need to register a baptism or name in Greece? Contact us for a free online consultation to discuss your case.
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