juhuvaheldusele

Juhuvaheldus, also known as "juhuvahetus" or "juhuvahetusõigus," is a legal concept in Estonia that allows individuals to change their given name (first name) without any specific reason or justification. This right is enshrined in the Estonian Civil Code, which grants Estonian citizens the freedom to choose their given name. The process of changing one's given name is relatively straightforward and can be initiated by submitting a request to the local municipality office. The new name must comply with Estonian naming conventions and cannot be offensive or misleading. Once approved, the change is officially recorded in the national registry, and the individual's identity documents are updated accordingly. Juhuvaheldus is a reflection of Estonia's commitment to individual autonomy and personal expression, allowing citizens to reflect their identity and personal preferences in their given names.