Before visiting a Commissioner for Oaths:
Ensure the document is properly completed, with all necessary information filled in.
Please note, the Jurat should not be on a page separate to the Affidavit and should contain the following information - the date and place where the affidavit was sworn or affirmed, the deponent's (person making the affidavit) name, and the Commissioner for Oaths certification that the affidavit was properly sworn. The certification should also state how the Commissioner for Oaths verified the deponent's identity, such as by personal knowledge or identification such as a driving licence or passport containing a photograph.
Bring identification, such as a valid passport or driver's license, to verify your identity.
Understand the document you are signing and its contents.
If you have any questions about the document, seek legal advice before visiting the Commissioner.
Fees for services as a Commissioner for Oaths are set by the Rules of the Superior Courts.
A standard fee of €10 per document is charged for witnessing a signature on an affidavit or declaration.
The same applies to certifying copies of original documents.
There is an additional €2 charge for each exhibit attached to the document.
A callout fee applies to any appointments requiring travel.
Fees may vary, so it is advisable to check with the Commissioner in advance.