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Form No. 10 Affidavit as to Documents
Form No. 10 Affidavit as to Documents is a sworn statement used in court proceedings to confirm the authenticity and relevance of documents. It is filed when a party needs to prove that attached papers are genuine and correctly described.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 10 Affidavit as to Documents
Form No. 10 Affidavit as to Documents is a sworn statement used in court proceedings to confirm the authenticity and relevance of documents. It is filed when a party needs to prove that attached papers are genuine and correctly described.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is signing the affidavit without a proper Commissioner for Oaths.
- 2Leaving out a document from the list
- 3Incorrect description that does not match the attached paper
- 4Signing without a Commissioner for Oaths present
- 5Submitting uncertified copies when originals are required
Plain English
Think of this as a written oath saying, “These papers are real and I’ve described them correctly.” You’ll attach the documents and sign in front of a commissioner or solicitor. It’s a common step in civil cases and some family law matters.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the affidavit together with the documents before the date set in the court’s directions order, typically at least a few days before the hearing.
- 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
- When you need to attach documents as evidence in a civil or family case
- When the court orders you to verify the authenticity of paperwork
- When you are filing a statement of claim or defence with supporting documents
- When you are submitting a statutory declaration of documents for probate
- When you need a sworn record of the documents you are providing
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Deadline or filing window
File the affidavit together with the documents before the date set in the court’s directions order, typically at least a few days before the hearing.
Before you submit
- 1Case number and court name entered correctly
- 2All documents listed in the table
- 3Accurate, concise description for each document
- 4Signature obtained in front of a Commissioner for Oaths
- 5Commissioner’s name, address and commission number recorded
- 6Original documents or certified copies attached
- 7Form printed clearly (no missing pages)
- 8Signed copy scanned legibly for e‑filing, if used
- 9Cover letter referencing the case and filing date
How to file this form
- 1Gather the documents you intend to rely on
- 2Complete the table on Form No. 10 with titles and brief descriptions
- 3Arrange for a Commissioner for Oaths to witness your signature
- 4Attach the originals or certified copies to the affidavit
- 5Deliver the package to the court registry or upload via the online portal
Known limitations
- 1Only accepts documents relevant to the specific case
- 2Does not replace a full statutory declaration when required
- 3Cannot be used for criminal proceedings without court permission
- 4Electronic signatures are not accepted; a wet signature is required
Field map
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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form No. 10 is the current version used by the Courts Service as of 2024. No recent amendments have been announced.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check that the table for listing documents is present
- Confirm the signature block includes space for Commissioner for Oaths details
- Verify the court name and case number fields are filled correctly
- Ensure the latest version (2024) is being used, not an older PDF
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland website
- SRCGeneral purpose inferred from form name “Affidavit as to Documents”
- SRCSubmission methods based on typical Courts Service filing channels
- SRCSignature requirements inferred from Irish oath‑taking practice
- SRCDeadline timing inferred from standard court directions orders
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact online portal URL for e‑filing
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: whether electronic signatures are accepted
Common confusion points
Mixing up ‘Affidavit as to Documents’ with a regular affidavit of fact
Leaving the Commissioner for Oaths section blank
Attaching photocopies instead of certified copies when required
Using an outdated form version
Failing to list every document, leading to questions of omission
Submitting the form after the court’s deadline
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