Correcting Your Own Name on NID
Quick answer
If the spelling of your own name is wrong, you must apply for correction online or at the Upazila/Thana/District election office. You must provide an SSC certificate or other authentic documents. If you were registered under a nickname, additional documents are required, including an affidavit and a newspaper notice. Government fees and rules change from time to time. Please verify from the official website before making a final decision.
Who can apply
People whose NID has a wrong spelling of their own name, or who were registered under a nickname/another name.
Documents required
- For spelling correction: SSC/equivalent certificate, birth certificate, passport, citizenship certificate, employment certificate or nikahnama
- If registered under a nickname/another name: SSC/equivalent certificate
- Affidavit executed before a Magistrate Court and a notice in a national newspaper (for name change)
- If married, attested copy of the spouse's NID
- Name-related testimonial from the Union/Municipality/City Corporation
Steps
- Log in to services.nidw.gov.bd and select the correction application
- Write the correct name and upload authentic documents
- Pay the fee according to the official fee calculator
- If needed, appear at the election office for a hearing/verification
Processing time: Depends on the type of application and verification.
Common mistakes
- Applying without proof
- Trying to correct the same information more than once; one piece of information can be corrected only once
FAQ
Can a title/honorific be added to the name?
No. Only the name is included in the voter list; titles, designations or honorifics cannot be added.