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Form No. 1 Statutory Declaration
A statutory declaration is a formal written statement made under oath or affirmation before an authorized person in Ireland. It's commonly used in legal proceedings, official applications, and administrative processes where a sworn statement is required.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 1 Statutory Declaration
A statutory declaration is a formal written statement made under oath or affirmation before an authorized person in Ireland. It's commonly used in legal proceedings, official applications, and administrative processes where a sworn statement is required.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is having the declaration witnessed by someone not authorized to administer oaths.
- 2Incorrect witnessing by unauthorized persons
- 3Incomplete or vague statements
- 4Failure to include required personal details
- 5Making false statements under oath
Plain English
A statutory declaration is like making a formal promise in writing that you swear is true. You'll need to sign it in front of someone who can witness oaths, like a solicitor or commissioner for oaths. This document carries legal weight, so only use it when you need to formally confirm something under oath.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Deadlines for submitting statutory declarations depend on the specific purpose and the requirements of the requesting authority. Always confirm the submission timeframe with the relevant court, agency, or organization that requested the declaration.
- 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 when you need to make a formal sworn statement for legal proceedings
- Required for certain administrative processes requiring verified information
- Necessary for some visa and citizenship applications
- Used when affidavits are not specifically required
- Appropriate for confirming facts under oath in official matters
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Deadline or filing window
Deadlines for submitting statutory declarations depend on the specific purpose and the requirements of the requesting authority. Always confirm the submission timeframe with the relevant court, agency, or organization that requested the declaration.
Before you submit
- 1All personal details completed accurately
- 2Statement written clearly and specifically
- 3Form witnessed by authorized person with proper stamp/signature
- 4Copy retained for personal records
- 5Submitted to correct authority as requested
- 6Any required fees paid if applicable
- 7Form signed and dated correctly
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct No. 1 Statutory Declaration form from official sources
- 2Complete all personal details sections
- 3Write your statement clearly and specifically in the designated area
- 4Take the form to an authorized witness (solicitor, commissioner for oaths)
- 5Have the witness sign and stamp the form after witnessing your signature
- 6Submit the completed form to the relevant authority as requested
- 7Keep a copy for your records
Known limitations
- 1Must be witnessed by an authorized person to be legally valid
- 2Cannot be used in place of an affidavit when specifically required
- 3Statements made must be within your personal knowledge
- 4Cannot be used to make statements about others' actions or knowledge
- 5May not be accepted if not properly completed or witnessed
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify you're using the most current version of the form from official sources
- Check that the form includes the Courts Service of Ireland header
- Ensure all personal detail sections match current requirements
- Confirm the witnessing section is complete and up-to-date
- Check for any recent changes in authorized witness categories
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 26/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm is issued by the Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCStandard form number is No. 1 Statutory Declaration
- SRCMust be witnessed by authorized persons (solicitors, commissioners for oaths)
- SRCUsed in various legal and administrative proceedings in Ireland
- SRCAvailable from official government websites and legal stationers
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: current processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific fees for submission
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: digital submission options
Common confusion points
Confusing statutory declarations with affidavits
Not knowing who is authorized to witness the declaration
Uncertainty about what constitutes a proper statement
Misunderstanding the legal weight of the declaration
Confusion about where to submit the completed form
Uncertainty about whether a signature needs to be witnessed
Not realizing the declaration must be made under personal knowledge
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