Report a Change in Your Name, Nationality/Citizenship or Gender

Name Change
To obtain a new airman certificate that reflects a legal name change, you must appear at an FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) for positive identification You must present to an FAA Inspector either a:

• photocopy of a marriage license
• court order
• other valid legal document verifying the name change

Nationality/Citizenship Change
To obtain a new airman certificate that reflects a nationality or citizenship change, you must appear at an FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) for positive identification You must present to an FAA Inspector a naturalization document or other legal document that verifies the nationality or citizenship change.

Gender Change
To obtain a new airman certificate that reflects a gender change, you must appear at an FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) for positive identification You must present one or both of the following documents to an FAA Inspector:

• A court order issued by a court of the United States or its territories stating that you have changed your gender
• A statement from a physician or clinical psychologist treating you that contains:
  • Your identification by name and address
  • Verification that you are undergoing treatment that has altered or will alter your gender

Schedule An Appointment
To schedule an appointment, or if you need additional information, please contact an FAA Inspector. Visit FSDO Locator for the nearest Flight Standards District Office.