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Form 31 - Affidavit Of Documents
This is Form 31, the Affidavit Of Documents, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. You use this form when you need to formally declare certain documents in a court matter.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 31 - Affidavit Of Documents
This is Form 31, the Affidavit Of Documents, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. You use this form when you need to formally declare certain documents in a court matter.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Don't forget the witnessing! An unsigned or unsworn Form 31 is often rejected immediately.
- 2Forgetting to have it properly witnessed/sworn.
- 3Misidentifying the documents being declared.
- 4Failing to include the correct Court reference number.
- 5Submitting an outdated version of Form 31.
Plain English
Think of this as your sworn statement about paperwork. You are officially telling the Irish courts what documents exist or what they say is true about those papers. It makes sure the judge knows exactly what evidence to look at.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no universal deadline; the timing is set by the specific court hearing or procedural requirement. Always check the case calendar for your required date.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you need to officially state what documents are part of your case file.
- It is used to declare specific pieces of evidence before the court hearing.
- Select Form 31 when a simple declaration of documents is needed, rather than filing the document itself.
- This form accompanies other documents already lodged with the Courts Service.
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Use this form or another form?
Filing a specific document (e.g., contract)
If you are just submitting one item, check if a simpler submission slip is available.
✓ Check form title.
Document Submission Form (or equivalent)
Making an application to the court
Use this if you need permission *to* introduce documents, not just declare them.
✓ Check purpose statement on the form.
Pleadings in civil action (e.g., Defence)
This is for your formal written response; Form 31 lists what evidence supports that response.
✓ Check case type.
Particulars of Claim/Defence Form
Not confirmed in official source
Not confirmed in official source
✓ Confirm against the specific court office requirements.
Deadline or filing window
There is no universal deadline; the timing is set by the specific court hearing or procedural requirement. Always check the case calendar for your required date.
Before you submit
- 1Fill out every field clearly and legibly (or digitally).
- 2Ensure the case name, number, and court are correctly stated at the top.
- 3Accurately list each document being declared with a clear description.
- 4Sign the form in ink (if hard copy) or ensure digital signature is applied.
- 5Date the affidavit accurately.
- 6Not confirmed in official source (Check for required witness details).
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 31 thoroughly.
- 2Have the form signed by the person making the declaration (the Deponent).
- 3If required, have the document witnessed and stamped by a solicitor or commissioner for oaths.
- 4Submit the fully executed Form 31 to the relevant County/Circuit Court office.
- 5Keep a copy of the filed Form 31 for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only *declares* documents; it does not replace the actual document itself.
- 2The required witness may vary depending on the specific court rules or type of case.
- 3Not confirmed in official source (Some courts might require a specific digital filing portal upload alongside physical submission).
- 4It is not a guarantee that the judge will accept or rely upon those documents.
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Compact field-by-field guide
Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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- Check for updated formatting guidelines from the Courts Service of Ireland.
- Verify if there have been recent changes to required signatory details.
- Ensure the designated section headings match the most current template.
- Confirm the jurisdiction or court type listed on the form matches your local proceedings.
- Not confirmed in official source
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/02/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Name: Form 31 - Affidavit Of Documents
- SRCPurpose: Formal declaration of evidence in court.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source (Specific fields/requirements per jurisdiction).
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Affidavit' with a simple 'Declaration': An Affidavit requires a witness; a Declaration might not. Check the instructions.
Not knowing *which* documents to list: Only list those you are actively relying on in your case, not every single document ever created.
Mistaking Form 31 for the actual evidence: The form is the *list*; the attached items are the *proof*. They must go together.
Not having a witness ready when filling out the form.
Forgetting to reference the specific case number of the court matter.
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