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Form No. 25 Affidavit Verifying Abstract
Form No. 25 Affidavit Verifying Abstract is a sworn statement used in court proceedings to confirm the accuracy of a property or land abstract. It is typically filed when a party needs to prove the contents of the abstract are correct for a legal claim or registration.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 25 Affidavit Verifying Abstract
Form No. 25 Affidavit Verifying Abstract is a sworn statement used in court proceedings to confirm the accuracy of a property or land abstract. It is typically filed when a party needs to prove the contents of the abstract are correct for a legal claim or registration.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to have the affidavit witnessed before filing.
- 2Leaving the affidavit unsigned or unwitnessed
- 3Mismatching title numbers between the abstract and the form
- 4Submitting an outdated abstract
- 5Sending the form to the wrong court registry
Plain English
Think of this as a written oath saying, “I have checked the land records and they match what I’m claiming.” You sign it in front of a commissioner for oaths, then send it to the court. It helps the judge trust the paperwork you’re relying on.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The affidavit must be filed with the main court bundle or within any specific deadline set by the judge’s directions – typically within 14 days of the abstract being produced.
- 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 prove a land abstract is correct in a civil claim
- When a court order requires verification of property details
- When registering a mortgage or charge and the court asks for an affidavit
- When contesting a title defect and must attach a sworn statement
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Applying for a mortgage registration
Requires title search but not a sworn affidavit
✓ Verify if the lender accepts an affidavit instead
Disputing a boundary
Focuses on neighbour testimony, not abstract verification
✓ Use Form 25 only if you also need to certify the abstract
Requesting a copy of the abstract
No affidavit needed, just a request
✓ File Form 25 only after you have the abstract
Deadline or filing window
The affidavit must be filed with the main court bundle or within any specific deadline set by the judge’s directions – typically within 14 days of the abstract being produced.
Before you submit
- 1Affidavit signed by declarant
- 2Witness signature and stamp present
- 3Title reference matches the abstract
- 4Abstract attached as a clear photocopy
- 5Form completed in black ink, no blanks
- 6Correct court registry address used
- 7Cover letter stating purpose included
- 8Copy retained for your records
How to file this form
- 1Prepare the land abstract and verify details
- 2Complete Form No. 25 with accurate information
- 3Visit a Commissioner for Oaths or solicitor to witness the affidavit
- 4Attach the abstract and a cover letter
- 5Deliver the package to the appropriate court registry (in person, post, or e‑file)
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of filing
- 7File a copy with your own case file
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable to civil matters requiring abstract verification
- 2Does not replace a formal title search by the Land Registry
- 3Cannot be used for criminal proceedings
- 4Must be a true copy of the abstract; uncertified copies are rejected
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form No. 25 is currently the latest version used by the Courts Service. No recent amendments have been announced as of 2024.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the current year
- Confirm the witness section matches the latest commissioner for oaths format
- Verify the title reference field layout has not changed
- Ensure the court registry address on the form is up to date
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from Courts Service catalogue
- SRCPurpose inferred from typical use of affidavits verifying abstracts in Irish case law
- SRCWitness requirements based on general Irish commissioner for oaths practice
- SRCSubmission methods derived from Courts Service e‑filing guidance
- SRCDeadline expectations based on standard court directions, not confirmed in official source
- SRCSpecific alternate forms listed from known Courts Service form list, not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Assuming a solicitor’s signature counts as a witness
Using an old abstract that does not reflect recent transactions
Leaving the “date” field blank or writing the wrong date
Submitting the form to the wrong district court
Confusing Form No. 25 with a standard affidavit of truth
Not attaching the abstract as a separate page
Failing to include a cover letter explaining the purpose
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