When a birth certificate is unavailable or incomplete, a person with personal knowledge (often an older relative) can swear to the facts of a birth or family relationship, for immigration, passports, or records. When a birth certificate is unavailable or incomplete, a person with personal knowledge (often an older relative) can swear to the facts of a birth or family relationship, for immigration, passports, or records.
Friends and family sign these affidavits to support a marriage-based green card or removal of conditions case, describing what they personally know about the couple.
Students, visa applicants, and others are often asked for a sworn statement from a sponsor who will pay their expenses. This is not the federal USCIS Form I-134 or I-864.
Many countries require a sworn statement that you are free to marry before you can marry there. This affidavit, notarized and apostilled, is commonly accepted.
Foreign pension systems and benefit agencies often require a notarized statement each year that the recipient is alive. The notary confirms your identity in person.
The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and other countries often ask for a “statutory declaration” instead of an affidavit. An Washington notary can take your solemn declaration in this form.
Relatives and friends applying for a U.S. visitor visa are often asked for an invitation letter from their host. A notarized letter carries more weight with consular officers.
These forms are a free convenience, not legal advice. First Choice Mobile Notary & Apostille is not a law firm. Consult an attorney licensed in the relevant state for legal questions.