Many people have issues when it comes to proving their identity. This is especially true for those who have different names in different documents. A simple spelling mistake, abbreviated first name or last name, or a change of surname after marriage (for women) or in general in any of the documents, can make things complicated when you’re trying to prove who you are.
In these cases, a notarized document called an Affidavit of One and the Same Person can be very helpful. This document is a sworn statement by someone that they are who they say they are despite of different names in different documents. In other words, this document is a notarized statement that confirms that the person named in the affidavit is the same individual who is providing the information. It can be used to verify your identity in a legal proceeding, at the time of applying for a passport or to get a loan from a bank.
This blog post intends to answer the most common questions people have about affidavits of one and the same person.
Different names can cause misunderstanding or confusion, which is why an affidavit of one and the same person can be used as supporting evidence in these cases. It works in a way that the affiant (the person making the affidavit) swears that all the names used by him/her are for the same individual. This way, he/she can prove that there is no misrepresentation of identity involved.
You will need the affidavit if your name is spelled differently on official documents, or marriage certificates, banking records, degrees and diplomas, citizenship documents, and driver’s licenses, among others.
There are a few different scenarios in which an affidavit of one and the same person may be used. One common scenario is when an individual needs to prove their identity in a legal proceeding. Another scenario is when an individual needs to get a loan from a bank or other financial institution. In order for the loan to be approved, the individual may need to provide an affidavit of one and the same person as proof of their identity. Moreover, many organizations, such as the immigration department or the accreditation department will ask for an affidavit of identity to ensure that different names on your documents refer to you.
