South African Police Service Affidavit Form, A sworn affidavit is a written statement declared as the truth. It is signed in front of a Commissioner of Oaths. The South African Police Department (SAPS) can act as the Commissioner of Oaths and stamp the affidavit at the station.
For what is an affidavit used?
An affidavit form is completed when no other documentation in support of the statement is available. For example, an affidavit can be used to prove age in order to qualify for a pension, to prove place of residence in order to open a bank account or to make a statement with regards to theft of property for insurance purposes.
How to make a sworn statement
A blank SAPS affidavit template can be downloaded below, fill in, and stamped at any police station. The form can also be obtained from the police station and completed by hand.