40A.04 Verifying Affidavit

What this form is for

• • When the court specifically requests a Verifying Affidavit
• • To support a written statement of fact in civil proceedings
• • In family law cases where financial or custodial facts need verification
• • When you need to attach a sworn declaration to an application
• • Instead of a simple affidavit where verification is required

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Deadline or filing window

File the Verifying Affidavit by the date set in the court’s directions notice, typically within 14 days of the request.

Before you submit

• • Form is the latest 40A.04 version
• • All personal and case reference details are correct
• • Facts are written clearly and concisely
• • Signature obtained in front of a commissioner for oaths
• • Commissioner’s stamp and signature are present
• • Supporting documents are attached where required
• • Form is legible and printed on white A4 paper
• • Copy retained for your records
• • Submitted to the correct court registry

How to file this form

1. 1Download the 40A.04 form from courts.ie
2. 2Complete the form on a computer or clearly by hand
3. 3Visit a commissioner for oaths to sign and have it witnessed
4. 4Attach any required annexes or evidence
5. 5Deliver the signed affidavit to the court registry (in person, post or online)
6. 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the court

Known limitations

• • Only valid for the specific case referenced on the form
• • Cannot be used for criminal prosecutions without court direction
• • Must be signed in person by a commissioner for oaths – electronic signatures are not accepted
• • Form does not replace a full sworn affidavit where more detailed testimony is needed