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An Irish passport supporting affidavit is a sworn statement used to support an Irish passport application, typically where identity needs to be confirmed. A service of this kind typically provides a professionally drafted and commissioned affidavit in support of an Irish passport application, usually for first-time or replacement applications requiring identity confirmation. It is for applicants who have been asked for sworn evidence, or who know their application needs it.
What’s included
- A professionally drafted affidavit in support of an Irish passport application
- The affidavit commissioned
- Typically for first-time or replacement applications requiring identity confirmation
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- First-time Irish passport applicants who need to confirm their identity on oath
- People replacing a lost or stolen passport who have been asked for an affidavit
- Applicants with differences in names or details across their documents
- People asked by the Passport Service to provide sworn evidence
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- A solicitor would then draft the affidavit from the facts and documents you provide and arranges for it to be commissioned.
- You receive the commissioned affidavit, with plain-English notes on how to use it with your application.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a passport affidavit cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
When do I need an affidavit for an Irish passport?
An affidavit may be needed where the Passport Service needs further confirmation of identity, for example on some first-time or replacement applications. Always follow the specific instructions you have been given.
What is an affidavit?
An affidavit is a written statement of facts that you swear or affirm to be true before an authorised person. Because it is made on oath, it must be accurate and complete.
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