Affidavits in Dubai — What They Are and When You Need One | E-Notary Dubai
Everything about affidavits in Dubai: types, what they are used for, how to get one notarized, and what to avoid.
What Is an Affidavit?
An affidavit (إقرار بالحلف) is a written sworn statement of fact, voluntarily made by a person (the deponent) who confirms the content is true to the best of their knowledge. In Dubai, an affidavit must be notarized by a UAE-licensed Notary Public to be legally valid. The deponent swears under oath — making a false statement in a notarized affidavit is a serious legal offense.
- →Affidavit of single status — confirming you are not married
- →Affidavit of support — confirming financial support for a family member
- →Affidavit of relationship — confirming family relationship
- →Affidavit of residence — confirming your address
- →Affidavit for insurance or accident claims
- →General declaration affidavit
- →Visa applications (especially for family sponsorship)
- →Bank account opening and KYC procedures
- →Property transactions
- →Immigration and residency procedures
- →Legal proceedings requiring sworn testimony
- →Overseas university or job applications
- →Full name, nationality, and passport number of the deponent
- →Date and place of the declaration
- →Clear statement of the facts being sworn to
Frequently Asked Questions
Affidavits are commonly required in Dubai for: court proceedings (as sworn witness statements), immigration applications (proof of marital status, family relationship, or income), property transactions (confirming ownership or identity), employment disputes (confirming facts related to employment), and personal matters (confirming name changes, marital status, or financial standing).
A valid affidavit in Dubai must include: the full legal name and passport or Emirates ID number of the person making the statement (the deponent); a clear, specific statement of the facts being sworn to; a declaration that the statements are true and made under oath; the date and place of execution; and the signature of a licensed Notary Public who administered the oath. If the affidavit is to be used before UAE government authorities, an Arabic version or certified Arabic translation is required.
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