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Form No.36 Affidavit of Service
Form No.36 Affidavit of Service is a sworn statement used in Irish court proceedings to confirm that a document has been delivered to a party. It is required whenever a party must prove service of papers to another party.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.36 Affidavit of Service
Form No.36 Affidavit of Service is a sworn statement used in Irish court proceedings to confirm that a document has been delivered to a party. It is required whenever a party must prove service of papers to another party.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to have the server sign the affidavit before it is filed.
- 2Missing the server’s signature or oath
- 3Incorrect date or time of service
- 4Leaving out the description of documents served
- 5Submitting to the wrong court registry
Plain English
Think of this as a receipt that you sign in front of a commissioner, saying you handed the court papers to the other side. It tells the court that the other person actually got the documents.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the affidavit as soon as possible after service, usually within 7 days, unless the court order specifies a different timeframe.
- 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 have personally served court papers to another party.
- When a bailiff or process server has delivered documents on your behalf.
- When the court specifically orders an affidavit of service.
- When you need to prove service for a filing deadline.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Serving a minor child
Different age‑related requirements
✓ Verify the child's age first
Form No.37 Affidavit of Service to a Minor
Service by post
Requires proof of postage
✓ Check postal receipt
Form No.38 Affidavit of Service by Post
Electronic service
Courts may accept email evidence
✓ Confirm e‑service rules before proceeding
Deadline or filing window
File the affidavit as soon as possible after service, usually within 7 days, unless the court order specifies a different timeframe.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields completed.
- 2Server’s full name and contact details entered.
- 3Exact description of documents served listed.
- 4Date, time and place of service accurate.
- 5Signature of server obtained.
- 6Commissioner for Oaths signature and stamp present.
- 7Correct court registry address used.
- 8Copy of served document attached if requested.
- 9Form signed in block letters.
How to file this form
- 1Prepare the service details and gather the original documents.
- 2Complete Form No.36 on paper or printable PDF.
- 3Arrange for the server to sign before a Commissioner for Oaths.
- 4Attach any required copies of the served documents.
- 5Deliver the signed affidavit to the appropriate court registry.
Known limitations
- 1Form is paper‑based; not all courts accept e‑filing for this form.
- 2Only a Commissioner for Oaths or solicitor can witness the signature.
- 3Does not cover service by email or other electronic means.
- 4If any detail is missing, the court may reject the affidavit.
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check that the form header shows the current year.
- Confirm the field for 'Date of Service' is present.
- Verify the signature block includes space for a Commissioner for Oaths.
- Ensure the court reference number is entered correctly.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 28/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland websitenot confirmed in official source
- SRCTypical use for proving servicenot confirmed in official source
- SRCSignature requirement by Commissioner for Oathsnot confirmed in{cS
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Common confusion points
Whether a simple signature suffices without an oath.
Difference between Form No.36 and Form No.37 for minors.
If a copy of the served document must be attached.
Which court registry to send the affidavit to.
How to handle service that occurred on a weekend.
Whether electronic service can be recorded on this form.
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