Affidavits of One and the Same Person

Is your name spelled differently on your official documents, like your passport, birth certificate or marriage certificate? If so, you may need a one and the same person affidavit.

This blog post provides an overview of affidavits of identity and how Notarize.ca can you help you draft and notarize your affidavit.

What is a one and the same person affidavit?

An affidavit of one and the same person is also known as an affidavit of identity. It is a sworn statement that confirms that the different names found on different documents refer to one person.

Why would I need an affidavit of one and the same person?

You may need an affidavit of identity if your name is spelled differently on different documents, like driver’s licences, citizenship documents, degrees and diplomas, banking records and more.

Some organizations, like professional accreditation organizations or Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, may ask you to provide an affidavit of identity to ensure that the different names on your documents all refer to you.

What information should an affidavit of one and the same person include?

Generally, affidavits of identity should include the following information:

• Your full legal name
• How your name is spelled on your documents
  • Include the document type, number, place of issue and date of issue

  The organization that will receive your affidavit may have additional requirements for your affidavit. Make sure to confirm their requirements when you are preparing your affidavit.

  How do I create an affidavit of identity?

  You can create your own affidavit of one and the same person by using our free Affidavit of Identity template .

  If you want help with writing your affidavit, we can draft one for you. Our drafting fee for an affidavit of identity is $45.99, plus the cost of notarization. Email us at hello@notarize.ca to request your affidavit of one and the same person.

  Once drafted, your affidavit will need to be signed and notarized.

  Can affidavits of identity be notarized remotely?

  Yes! One and the same affidavits can be notarized virtually. Notarize.ca makes it easy to notarize your affidavits online in minutes. This is how it works:

  • Create your secure Notarize.ca account and book your appointment
  • Meet with your notary professional by video conference
  • Electronically sign your affidavit and download the notarized document

  Questions?

  Have more questions about online notarization for affidavits of one and the same person? We’re here to help. Contact us at hello@notarize.ca or call us at (888) 632-9971.