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Form No.3 Affidavit of Verification
The No.3 Affidavit of Verification is a sworn statement used in court proceedings to confirm that documents or statements are true to the best knowledge of the affiant. It is typically filed when a party needs to verify evidence or declarations in a civil or family case.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.3 Affidavit of Verification
The No.3 Affidavit of Verification is a sworn statement used in court proceedings to confirm that documents or statements are true to the best knowledge of the affiant. It is typically filed when a party needs to verify evidence or declarations in a civil or family case.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to have the affidavit signed by an authorized Commissioner for Oaths.
- 2Missing signature of a Commissioner for Oaths
- 3Incorrect or incomplete address details
- 4Failing to attach referenced documents
- 5Submitting after the hearing deadline
Plain English
Think of this as a formal ‘I swear this is correct’ note you give to the court. You sign it in front of a commissioner or solicitor, and it becomes part of the official record. It helps the judge trust the information you are presenting.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the affidavit before the date set by the court order, usually at least two working days before the next hearing to allow processing time.
- 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 the court specifically requests an affidavit of verification.
- When you need to confirm the authenticity of a document submitted as evidence.
- When you are a party to the case and must swear to the truth of a statement.
- Instead of a general affidavit (Form No.1) when verification of a specific document is required.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General sworn statement
Used for broader declarations not tied to a specific document
✓ Verify the court’s exact request first
Statutory declaration
Used for non‑court purposes such as Revenue filings
✓ Not acceptable for court verification
Witness statement
For factual accounts rather than verification of documents
✓ Use only if the court asks for a witness statement
Deadline or filing window
File the affidavit before the date set by the court order, usually at least two working days before the next hearing to allow processing time.
Before you submit
- 1Form is the correct No.3 version.
- 2All fields are filled in legibly.
- 3Affiant’s signature and date are present.
- 4Commissioner for Oaths signature and stamp are present.
- 5All referenced documents are attached.
- 6Form is signed in the presence of the authorised official.
- 7Copy of the affidavit retained for your records.
- 8Submitted to the correct court registry.
- 9Delivery method (in person, post, e‑filing) matches court instructions.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest No.3 Affidavit of Verification from courts.ie.
- 2Complete the form with accurate details.
- 3Visit a Commissioner for Oaths, solicitor or notary to sign and stamp.
- 4Attach any supporting documents mentioned in the affidavit.
- 5Deliver the signed affidavit to the appropriate court registry.
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of filing.
- 7Keep a copy for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Only accepts signatures from authorised Commissioners for Oaths, solicitors or notaries.
- 2Not valid for non‑court statutory declarations.
- 3Must be printed on plain paper; electronic signatures are not accepted unless e‑filing permits.
- 4Form may be rejected if any field is left blank or illegible.
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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->The No.3 Affidavit of Verification is currently the latest version (as of 2024). No recent amendments have been announced, but check the Courts Service website for any updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form number is No.3 Affidavit of Verification.
- Check the header for the current year (2024).
- Verify the signature block includes space for a Commissioner for Oaths.
- Ensure any referenced schedule or annexure matches the latest template.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 26/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number derived from provided input.
- SRCTypical use of affidavit of verification inferred from Irish court practice.
- SRCSignature requirements based on standard Irish affidavit rules.
- SRCSubmission methods inferred from Courts Service e‑filing guidelines.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact deadline wording and e‑filing availability for this specific form.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No.3 with the general Affidavit (Form No.1).
Assuming a solicitor’s signature alone is sufficient without a Commissioner for Oaths stamp.
Leaving the ‘date of verification’ field blank.
Submitting the form after the hearing deadline.
Attaching unrelated documents that are not referenced in the affidavit.
Using an outdated PDF version from an old website archive.
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