- Our service fee
- £125
- Official fees
- From £5 to swear it, plus £5 for each exhibit, paid by you directly
- Usual time
- Prepared once we have your facts and the receiver's instructions
- Appointment
- Sworn or affirmed in person before an authorised officer
An affidavit is a written statement of facts that you swear or affirm in person before an authorised officer, such as a notary or a solicitor acting as a commissioner for oaths. The person asking for it often has their own requirements.
We take down your facts and what the receiver has asked for, prepare the affidavit, list the documents it refers to, and help you arrange swearing it in front of the right officer.
- Prepared to what the receiver has asked for
- Exhibits listed and organised
- The right officer for the purpose
- Help with apostille or High Commission attestation
Who it’s for: Anyone needing a sworn statement for use in the UK, India or abroad
It depends on your circumstances
When you start, we go through these with you.
An affidavit is sworn on oath or affirmed. An affirmation is a non-religious promise with the same legal effect.
Your choiceA solicitor, notary or commissioner for oaths, or for use in India, a Consular Officer at the High Commission of India.
Authorised officerWhether it needs a notary, stamp paper, a photograph, an apostille or High Commission attestation is set by whoever will receive it.
Ask firstThe High Commission of India attests affidavits for civil, property and financial matters in person, for use before authorities in India.
High CommissionEach document the affidavit refers to is attached and marked by the officer. Bring the originals.
ExhibitsWhat’s involved
- Start the service
Tell us what the affidavit is for and who will receive it.
- Send your documents
Upload the receiver's instructions and any documents the affidavit will refer to.
- We prepare the affidavit
We prepare the wording from your facts and send it to you to check.
- Swear it
Swear or affirm it in person before the officer, with your originals.
What to have ready
Your exact checklist is confirmed once you start, based on your answers.
Everyone
- The receiver's instructionsTheir letter, checklist or form, if they have given one.
- Your factsIn your own words, with dates and places.
Only if it applies to you
- Passport pagesWhere the affidavit recites your passport details, or for the High Commission.
- Police reportFor a lost or stolen passport.
- A joint photographFor a joint affidavit for a change of name after marriage.
- Court papers or lawyer's draftFor a court case or property matter in India.
- Proof of UK address and statusIf it is attested at the High Commission of India.
Clear fees
The officer charges a fee for taking the affidavit, and apostille or High Commission attestation fees are separate. These are paid by you directly; we tell you the amount and how to pay when we prepare your application.
Official fee source: legislation.gov.uk, checked 20 Oct 2026. Official fees can change.
Affidavit — quick answers
What is the difference from a statutory declaration?
An affidavit is sworn or affirmed; a statutory declaration is declared. If the receiver's letter says "statutory declaration", use our statutory declaration service instead.
Can it be used abroad?
Often, after legalisation with an apostille. Check with the receiver whether they need one.
Do I need to attend in person?
Yes. You swear or affirm it in front of the officer.
Which officer should I use?
It depends on what the receiver asks for. For many Indian purposes a notary is asked for. We confirm this with you.
Ready when you are
Rules, official fees and processing times are set by the relevant government or authority and can change. We provide document preparation and application support from your instructions; we are not solicitors or regulated immigration advisers. It is your responsibility to check entry requirements before you travel.
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