Monday, 28 September 2026

Change the owner or institution name

4.9Private universitiesPrivate collegesForeign university branches
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This service supports review of the proposed name, checks that it does not conflict with another registered institution, and updates the licence and official documents for the relevant name-change type.

Three-dimensional illustration of an institution name being updated across its licence and official records
  1. 1

    Confirm service applicability

    Confirm that the request concerns Licensed private universities, private colleges, and foreign university branches and falls within the scope of Change the owner or institution name.

  2. 2

    Complete the request form

    Complete the Owner, College, or University Name Change Request Form accurately and review the institution and related-party information.

  3. 3

    Prepare the attachments

    Collect the 3 required attachments and confirm that each is clear, current, and consistent with the request.

  4. 4

    Submit and follow up

    Send the request through the approved official channel and address any feedback. Published timing: 60 business days from a complete request.