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Form No.35 Affidavit of Creditor in Proof of Debt
This form is a sworn statement from a creditor proving the amount of debt owed in Irish court proceedings. It's used when a creditor needs to formally declare and verify a debt during insolvency or bankruptcy cases.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.35 Affidavit of Creditor in Proof of Debt
This form is a sworn statement from a creditor proving the amount of debt owed in Irish court proceedings. It's used when a creditor needs to formally declare and verify a debt during insolvency or bankruptcy cases.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always double-check your debt calculations before submitting, as errors can lead to claim rejection.
- 2Inaccurate debt calculations
- 3Missing supporting evidence
- 4Incorrect witness signatures
- 5Late submission deadlines
Plain English
If someone owes you money and they're going through bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings in Ireland, you need to formally tell the court how much they owe you. This affidavit is your official way of telling the court the exact amount of the debt and providing evidence to support your claim.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submission deadlines are typically set by the court when the insolvency proceedings begin, usually within 21 days of notification, but always confirm the specific deadline in your court documents.
- 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 this form when a debtor enters bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings in Ireland
- Use this form to formally claim a debt in an Irish bankruptcy estate
- Use this form if you're a creditor with a disputed debt amount
- Use this form when required by the court trustee or official assignee
- Use this form for both personal and corporate insolvency proceedings
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Bankruptcy petition
Initiates bankruptcy process
✓ Check if you're the creditor starting proceedings
Statement of affairs
Debtor's financial position
✓ Verify if debtor has already filed this
Proof of debt form
Alternative creditor claim
✓ Confirm which version the court accepts
Creditor's committee nomination
Representation of creditors
✓ Check if you need to join creditor committee
Insolvency application
Application for insolvency orders
✓ Verify if this is the appropriate proceeding
Deadline or filing window
Submission deadlines are typically set by the court when the insolvency proceedings begin, usually within 21 days of notification, but always confirm the specific deadline in your court documents.
Before you submit
- 1Verify all debtor details are accurate and complete
- 2Include all supporting documents for the debt claim
- 3Ensure calculations are correct and double-checked
- 4Confirm proper witness signature and stamp
- 5Check form matches current version No.35
- 6Include reference number from court documents
- 7Verify submission address and method
- 8Keep a copy of the completed form for your records
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the official Form No.35 from the Courts Service website or court office
- 2Complete all sections with accurate debt details and supporting evidence
- 3Have the affidavit witnessed by a commissioner for oaths or authorized official
- 4Submit the completed form to the court handling the insolvency proceedings
- 5Keep a copy for your records and follow up with the court if acknowledgment not received
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to Irish insolvency proceedings
- 2It doesn't establish the debt's validity, only proves the amount claimed
- 3The court may reject claims without proper supporting evidence
- 4Joint debts require additional documentation
- 5Foreign debts may require additional verification
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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.35 is the current version used by the Courts Service of Ireland for creditor affidavits in insolvency proceedings. No recent changes have been officially reported, but always verify with the Courts Service website before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form number matches No.35 from Courts Service
- Check for any recent updates on the Courts Service website
- Ensure witness section is properly formatted
- Confirm currency details match current Irish requirements
- Check if digital submission options are now available
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 27/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm No.35 is published by the Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCUsed specifically for creditor claims in insolvency proceedings
- SRCRequires witnessing by authorized officials
- SRCSubmitted to courts handling bankruptcy or insolvency cases
- SRCNot confirmed in official source if digital submission is available
- SRCNot confirmed in official source about specific documentation requirements
- SRCNot confirmed in official source about current processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source about fees associated with submission
Common confusion points
Confusing affidavit with regular debt collection letters
Uncertainty about what constitutes valid supporting evidence
Misunderstanding the difference between secured and unsecured debt claims
Confusion about proper witnessing requirements
Difficulty determining which court has jurisdiction
Uncertainty about claim priority in insolvency proceedings
Mistaking this form for a debt enforcement procedure
Confusion about whether legal representation is required
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