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Form No. 17 Affidavit Verifying Accounts and Answering Usual Inquiries as to Real and Personal Estate

Form No. 17 is an affidavit used in court proceedings to verify a party's accounts and answer standard questions about their real and personal estate. It is typically required in probate, bankruptcy or other estate‑related cases.

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Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 17 Affidavit Verifying Accounts and Answering Usual Inquiries as to Real and Personal Estate

Form No. 17 is an affidavit used in court proceedings to verify a party's accounts and answer standard questions about their real and personal estate. It is typically required in probate, bankruptcy or other estate‑related cases.

You must declare the value and ownership of all real property, personal belongings, financial assets and any liabilities, and answer the standard inquiry questions printed on the form.

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  • 1The most common mistake is forgetting to attach the required supporting documents.
  • 2Leaving out minor assets that later appear in the estate
  • 3Using outdated valuations for property
  • 4Failing to have the affidavit properly witnessed
  • 5Submitting after the court‑set deadline

Plain English

Think of this as a sworn statement where you list what you own – land, house, bank accounts, cars – and confirm the numbers are correct. The court uses it{} to check that the estate is being reported accurately.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: File the affidavit by the date stated in the court order – usually within 28 days of the order, unless the court grants an extension.
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

financialinquirydeclarecorrectestateverifycourtvalue

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What this form is for

  • When a court order specifically requests an affidavit of accounts
  • In probate cases where the executor must disclose the estate’s value
  • During bankruptcy proceedings to verify assets and liabilities
  • When the court requires a sworn statement for a property dispute
  • If you have been asked to answer the standard “real and personal estate” inquiries

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Estate administration

Used to apply for a grant of probate, not to verify accounts

✓ Verify you need an affidavit before filing

Form No. 6 – Probate Application

Bankruptcy

Detailed debt schedule for bankrupts

✓ Use only if court orders a full statement, not just an affidavit

Form B1 – Statement of Affairs

Land registration dispute

Confirms ownership of land only

✓ Use when only title verification is required

Form C1 – Affidavit of Title

Deadline or filing window

File the affidavit by the date stated in the court order – usually within 28 days of the order, unless the court grants an extension.

Before you submit

  1. 1All asset categories are listed
  2. 2Values are up‑to‑date and sourced
  3. 3All liabilities are disclosed
  4. 4Affidavit signed in presence of a Commissioner for Oaths
  5. 5Witness signature block completed
  6. 6Supporting documents attached and labelled
  7. 7Original signed form ready for courier or in‑person delivery
  8. 8Cover letter referencing the court case number included
  9. 9Copy retained for personal records

How to file this form

  1. 1Collect all required documents and valuations
  2. 2Complete the affidavit sections on a computer or legibly by hand
  3. 3Arrange for a Commissioner for Oaths to witness your signature
  4. 4Attach labelled copies of deeds, statements and valuations
  5. 5Prepare a cover letter with the case reference
  6. 6Post or deliver the package to the court registry or upload via e‑filing
  7. 7Obtain a receipt or confirmation of filing

Known limitations

  1. 1Form does not accept electronic signatures; a physical witness is required
  2. 2Only accepts paper copies of supporting documents – no PDF uploads unless using e‑filing
  3. 3Valuations older than six months may be rejected by the court
  4. 4Not suitable for non‑court‑ordered disclosures

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6 fields

Proceedings

3 items

Title of Proceedings

The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.

Requiredtext
Record Number

The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.

Requiredtext
Court and Office

The court and the office where the document is being filed.

Requiredtext

Substance

2 items

Relief or Information Sought

What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.

Requiredtext
Grounds and Exhibits

The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.

text

Execution

1 items

Signature, Jurat or Service Details

Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
COURTS

Form No. 17 is currently the latest version used by the Courts Service; no recent amendments have been published as of 2024.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Check the form header for the current year
  • Confirm the list of inquiry questions matches the latest court template
  • Verify the witness signature block includes the latest Commissioner for Oaths wording
  • Ensure any referenced schedules (e.g., Schedule A) are attached

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Quick Facts

Anyone who has been ordered by the Courts Service to give a full account of their assets – for example an executor, personal representative or a bankrupt individual.
You must declare the value and ownership of all real property, personal belongings, financial assets and any liabilities, and answer the standard inquiry questions printed on the form.
The affidavit must be filed by the deadline set in the court order, often within 28 days of the order or when the estate is being administered.
Submit the completed form to the court that issued the order – either by post to the court’s registry, in person at the clerk’s office, or via the Courts Service e‑filing portal if available.
An accurate affidavit avoids delays, court sanctions or allegations of fraud. Errors can lead to further court hearings or penalties.
1. Gather title deeds, bank statements, valuation reports and any debt records. 2. Fill in each section of the form, using exact figures and dates. 3. Have the affidavit signed before a Commissioner for Oaths or a solicitor. 4. Attach copies of supporting documents. 5. File the original affidavit and copies with the court as instructed.

Form Details

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23/01/26

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Sources

  • SRCForm title and number taken from Courts Service of Ireland publication list
  • SRCTypical use in probate and bankruptcy inferred from form name
  • SRCWitness requirement based on standard Irish affidavit practice
  • SRCDeadline of 28 days inferred from common court order timelines
  • SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact wording of inquiry questions
  • SRCNot confirmed in official source: availability of e‑filing for Form No. 17
  • SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific document attachment list

Common confusion points

Difference between an affidavit of accounts and a full probate application

Whether a solicitor’s signature can replace a Commissioner for Oaths

How to value assets that have no market price

What to do if an asset is jointly owned

Whether to include future expected inheritances

How long to retain the supporting documents after filing

If electronic copies are acceptable for the court’s internal review

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