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Affidavit Format: Free Template & How to Prepare One

An affidavit is a sworn statement of facts used as evidence and for declarations. Get the structure wrong — especially the verification clause — and it can be rejected. Below is the standard format, a ready template, and how to get it attested.

What is an affidavit?

An affidavit is a written statement of facts made voluntarily and confirmed on oath or affirmation by the person making it — the deponent — before an authority empowered to administer the oath, such as a notary or oath commissioner. It is used as evidence in court, and for declarations like name change, address proof, and income.

Structure of an affidavit

Affidavit template

AFFIDAVIT I, ____________________, aged about ____ years, son/daughter/wife of ____________________, resident of ____________________, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under: 1. That I am the deponent above-named and am competent to swear this affidavit. 2. That ____________________ [state the fact]. 3. That ____________________ [state the fact]. VERIFICATION I, the above-named deponent, do hereby verify that the contents of the above affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief; nothing material has been concealed therefrom and no part of it is false. Verified at ____________ on this ____ day of ____________, 20____. __________________________ Signature of Deponent Attested before me, __________________________ Notary / Oath Commissioner

How to prepare and attest it

  1. Draft the facts in short, numbered paragraphs — only facts within your knowledge.
  2. Add the verification clause with place and date.
  3. Execute it on stamp paper of the value required in your state (or plain paper where permitted).
  4. Sign before a notary or oath commissioner, who attests it with seal.

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Frequently asked questions

What is an affidavit?

A written statement of facts confirmed on oath by the deponent before a notary or oath commissioner, used as evidence and for declarations.

What is the verification clause?

The closing statement in which the deponent verifies the contents are true to their knowledge, with nothing false or concealed, stating place and date.

Does an affidavit need stamp paper or notarisation?

It is typically executed on stamp paper (value varies by state and purpose) and sworn before a notary or oath commissioner who attests it. Requirements vary by state and by the authority requiring it.

Who can make an affidavit?

Any person competent to give evidence, who has personal knowledge of the facts stated, signing before the attesting authority.

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