Physiotherapists

Name and Address changes

Physiotherapists are legally required to inform the Board of name changes (for example, through marriage) and address changes.

From The Physiotherapy Act (1949) Section 15 (1)

Every physiotherapist who at any time changes his address as appearing on the register shall, within 3 months thereafter, send to the Registrar a notice of his new address, and the Registrar shall thereupon correct the entry in the register to that person accordingly.

Notes:

  • Notify the Board by mail or fax (contact the Secretariat).


  • Make sure you sign the notification.


  • Phone and email changes will not be accepted.


  • If you would like to download a PDF template for your letter of notification of Address change click here. Note that you will need to complete your name and address, sign the letter and fax or mail to the Physiotherapy Board. (E-mails will not be accepted)

  • If you would like to download a PDF template for your letter of notification of Name change click here.
    For name changes also send one of the following:
  • Certified copy of relevant document (for example, marriage certificate)

  • Statutory declaration
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