Need a Statutory Declaration Instead of an Affidavit?
We draft and commission both. A statutory declaration is a formal written statement of fact made under Irish law — commonly required for identity, name changes, tenancy confirmations, and government agency submissions. An affidavit is a sworn statement used in court proceedings. Both are drafted by a Law Society of Ireland regulated solicitor, commissioned remotely over secure video, and delivered with full signing instructions. Price: fixed fee from €150 + VAT. Turnaround 24 hours from approved draft.What You Receive
A solicitor-drafted sworn Affidavit in Irish High Court format.
Solicitor-drafted Word (.docx) and PDF, customised to your circumstances and ready to sign.
3–5 working days from receipt of your completed intake form.
Drafted by a solicitor regulated by the Law Society of Ireland.
Intake questionnaire emailed within 5 minutes. Solicitor assigned within 1 business day.
One round of revisions at no extra charge.
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Legal Affidavit Drafting & Commissioning — Remote Service
An affidavit is a written statement of facts that you swear or affirm to be true before a solicitor or Commissioner for Oaths. Affidavits are commonly required for court proceedings, housing applications, family law matters, property declarations, immigration applications, and official processes in Ireland and abroad. Our qualified Irish solicitors will draft your affidavit to the correct legal standard and commission it remotely via secure video call — meaning you do not need to travel to a solicitor’s office.
What’s Included
- ✔ Drafting of your affidavit by a qualified, Law Society regulated Irish solicitor
- ✔ One revision if required
- ✔ Remote commissioning by secure video call (5–10 minutes)
- ✔ Digital delivery of the signed, sworn affidavit
Common Uses for Affidavits in Ireland
- Housing and social welfare applications
- Family law matters (custody, separation, guardianship)
- Property transactions and declarations
- Probate and succession matters
- Immigration and visa applications
- Confirming facts for use in court proceedings
- Declarations for use in foreign jurisdictions
How It Works
- Tell us what you need — Contact us with the details of your affidavit requirement
- We draft your affidavit — Our solicitor prepares the document and sends it to you for approval
- Remote commissioning — We arrange a short video call (5–10 minutes) to officially swear the document
- Digital delivery — You receive the signed, sworn affidavit digitally
Turnaround
If you provide all required information and documents promptly, we can typically have your affidavit completed within 24 hours.
What We Need From You
- Full legal name, address, and date of birth
- Photo ID (passport or driving licence)
- Proof of address (utility bill or bank statement within 3 months)
- Details of the statements to be included in the affidavit
- Confirmation of the purpose of the affidavit
Affidavit vs Statutory Declaration vs Notary Public — Which Do You Need in Ireland?
One of the most common questions Irish customers ask is whether they need an affidavit, a statutory declaration or a Notary Public. The answer depends on where the document will be used and what it is for.
In Ireland, a Solicitor can act as a Commissioner for Oaths to swear affidavits and witness statutory declarations for use within the Irish legal system. A Notary Public is a separate professional role — required when a document needs to be authenticated for use outside Ireland (foreign property, foreign court, apostille requirements). Solicitors in Ireland are not automatically Notaries Public; the two roles are regulated separately.
| Affidavit | Statutory Declaration | Notary Public | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | A sworn statement made under oath | A solemn declaration of truth, made without oath | Notarial certification by a registered Notary Public |
| When you need it | Court / judicial proceedings in Ireland | Non-judicial Irish use (passport applications, name discrepancy, lost documents, statutory requirements) | Documents intended for use outside Ireland (foreign property, foreign courts, apostille) |
| Who can witness/sign | Solicitor as Commissioner for Oaths | Solicitor as Commissioner for Oaths | Registered Notary Public (separate role from Solicitor) |
| OLS service | ✓ €150 — this page | ✓ €150 — this page | ✓ €195 — see Notary Public Service |
If your document needs to be used inside Ireland — Irish courts, passport application, name change, lost-document affidavit, probate, or company matters — an Affidavit or Statutory Declaration drafted by an Irish-qualified solicitor (this service) is what you need.
If your document is intended for use abroad — foreign property purchase, foreign court matter, anything requiring an apostille — you need our Notary Public Service Ireland (€195 fixed fee). Notarisation is delivered by our registered Irish Notary Public.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a Notary Public or an Affidavit?
It depends on where the document will be used. If your document is for use inside Ireland — Irish courts, passport applications, probate, name changes, lost-document statements — you need an Affidavit or Statutory Declaration sworn before a solicitor acting as Commissioner for Oaths (this service, €150 fixed fee). If your document is for use outside Ireland — foreign property, foreign court matters, anything requiring an apostille — you need our Notary Public Service Ireland (€195), delivered by our registered Irish Notary Public.
Can a Solicitor act as a Notary Public in Ireland?
No. In Ireland, the role of Solicitor and Notary Public are regulated separately. A solicitor can act as a Commissioner for Oaths to witness affidavits and statutory declarations for use within Ireland. A Notary Public is a separate role with separate regulation. OLS offers both services: solicitor-witnessed affidavits/statutory declarations on this page, and a separate Notary Public Service for documents needing notarisation for use abroad.
What is the difference between an Affidavit and a Statutory Declaration?
Both are written statements of fact, sworn or declared as true before a solicitor as Commissioner for Oaths. The key difference is where they are used. An Affidavit is sworn under oath, typically for court use. A Statutory Declaration is a solemn declaration without oath, used for non-judicial purposes — passport applications, name discrepancies, lost documents, single-status, age confirmations, company matters. Both are drafted, sworn or declared, and witnessed under this service for the same fixed fee of €150.
Do I need to attend in person to swear an affidavit or statutory declaration?
No — the OLS service is fully remote. We draft your document based on your information, then conduct the swearing or declaration step by secure video call with one of our solicitors acting as Commissioner for Oaths. The signed and sworn original is sent by registered post. Typical completion is 1-3 working days. Coverage is nationwide across the Republic of Ireland (all 26 counties).
What is an affidavit used for in Ireland?
An affidavit is a sworn written statement used in court proceedings, housing applications, family law matters, property transactions, immigration applications, probate, and other official processes where a formal declaration of facts is required.
How much does an affidavit cost in Ireland?
Our fixed-fee Legal Affidavit Drafting & Commissioning service costs €150 + VAT (€184.50 total). This includes drafting by a qualified solicitor, one revision, remote commissioning via video call, and digital delivery.
Can I swear an affidavit remotely in Ireland?
Yes. Our solicitors can commission your affidavit remotely via a secure video call. The process takes just 5–10 minutes, meaning you do not need to travel to a solicitor’s office.
How long does it take to get an affidavit?
If you provide all required information and documents promptly, we can typically complete your affidavit within 24 hours.
Who can witness an affidavit in Ireland?
Need a Statutory Declaration Instead?
If you need a statutory declaration rather than a sworn affidavit, our Statutory Declaration & Affidavit Drafting service is available from €79. Statutory declarations are used for non-court purposes such as name changes, lost documents, and property matters. View our statutory declaration service → An affidavit must be sworn before a practising solicitor, a Commissioner for Oaths, or a notary public. Having someone simply sign as a witness is not sufficient — the affidavit must be properly commissioned to be legally valid.
Affidavit vs Statutory Declaration vs Notary Public — quick reference
| Affidavit | Statutory Declaration | Notary Public | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical use | Court evidence (family law, probate, judicial review) | Out-of-court (banks, Revenue, name change, lost docs) | Documents for use overseas (often with apostille) |
| Sworn / sealed before | Solicitor / Commissioner for Oaths | Solicitor / Commissioner for Oaths / Peace Commissioner | Notary Public |
| Fixed fee with us | ✅ €150 (this product) | ✅ €150 (this product) | ✅ €195 — see notary product |
Need help deciding which one fits your situation? Read our full Notary vs Affidavit Ireland guide with a decision tree and practical scenarios.
You may also need:
- Notary Public Service Ireland — €195 fixed fee for documents used overseas, with apostille handling.
- Power of Attorney (general / limited) — drafted and witnessed for use in Ireland or abroad.
- Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) — under the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015.
- Solicitor letters & demand letters — pre-court correspondence and small-claims letter packs.
