General Affidavit Template (Word)
A free, editable general-purpose affidavit template for sworn statements made before a Commissioner of Oaths in South Africa.
How to edit this template
- 1Replace everything in orange square brackets with your own details, then delete the brackets.
- 2An affidavit must be signed in the presence of a Commissioner of Oaths — police stations, some pharmacies, and courts offer this service, usually free.
- 3Bring your ID document with you and sign the affidavit only in front of the Commissioner, not before.
- 4State only facts you personally know to be true — an affidavit is a sworn legal document and knowingly making a false statement is a criminal offence (perjury).
- 5A filled-in example is included on the last page — use it as a guide for tone and length, not for copying word-for-word.
Before you submit it
- Confirm the recipient's latest format, document and submission requirements on its official website.
- Replace every example name, date, address and reference number with your own accurate information.
- Remove personal information that the recipient has not asked for, especially when sending the document by email.
- Check whether the final document must be signed, witnessed, commissioned or certified before submission.
Filled-in example
AFFIDAVIT I, the undersigned, Nkosinathi Zulu do hereby make oath/affirm and state that: 1. I am an adult male residing at 21 Ridge Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3201. 2. The facts contained in this affidavit are, unless otherwise stated, within my own personal knowledge and are true and correct. 3. On 4 August 2026, my wallet containing my bank cards and driver's licence was stolen from my vehicle while parked outside Liberty Mall, Pietermaritzburg. 4. I immediately reported the theft to Pietermaritzburg SAPS and contacted my bank to block my cards. 5. I make this affidavit for the purpose of applying for a replacement driver's licence at the Department of Transport. _______________________________ Signature of Deponent I certify that the deponent has acknowledged that they know and understand the contents of this affidavit, which was signed and sworn to before me at Pietermaritzburg on this 5th day of August 2026, the deponent having acknowledged that he understands the contents of this declaration and has no objection to taking the prescribed oath, and considers the oath binding on his conscience. _______________________________ Commissioner of Oaths Full Name: W. Naidoo Designation: SAPS Member Address: Pietermaritzburg SAPS, 220 Church Street, Pietermaritzburg
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