Comprehensive Guide on Affidavits in UAE

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Comprehensive Guide on Affidavits in UAE

• Affidavits are written statements made under
  oath, and theyre only considered legal and valid
  if theyre made without any coercion. The signing
  of affidavits in UAE means the signatory assets
  information in the documents are true and facts
  in the affidavits are known personally. When
  affidavits are signed, signatories also state
  that theyre competent in testifying should they
  be called into court to provide more information
  regarding the documentation. Being competent in
  testifying before a judge means being of sound
  mind, as well as of legal age. 

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What are the uses of affidavits in the UAE?

• Affidavits are created for a lot of reasons.
  Theyre often filled with local courts in order
  to present the fact that information stated in
  the documents is true. An attorney in UAE may be
  able to utilize an affidavit so clients dont
  have to be there in courts or during an official
  proceeding. Affidavits in UAE save a considerable
  amount of time and money for various legal
  events. 
• An affidavit is also required for different kinds
  of judicial proceedings, specifically for family
  law problems and property planning matters.
  Without a properly written affidavit, any other
  legal instrument wont be considered as valid.
  Proving that it is valid can also prove to be
  very difficult. 
• An affidavit is a useful way beyond our local
  courts. Insurance companies, financial
  institutions, and other entities can make
  affidavits necessary in performing official
  functions. 

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Why is it important to remain truthful?

• Saying something or declaring it through an
  affidavit means that you know for certain that
  something is a fact. If you have a statement
  thats not true in your affidavit in UAE, you
  will be seen as violating local laws and
  regulations. Youll be fined or worse,
  imprisoned, as you have committed perjury. Its
  essentially the same as you saying lies on the
  stand during a legal proceeding. 
• The legal term, perjury, means that youd lied
  under oath. Being honest is vital to courts even
  when youre only using an affidavit rather than
  communicating personally. A lot of affidavits in
  UAE assert theyre signed under the perjury
  penalty however, this is a statement that isnt
  required. 

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How can I legalize an affidavit in UAE?

• The affidavit that is made has to be signed to
  make it effective. Take note it is necessary to
  hire an attorney for legal drafting in UAE,
  particularly for the drafting of an affidavit.
  The signing of affidavits is to be witnessed by
  a public notary. A notary is a legal entity that
  is authorized by the UAE federal government in
  verifying signatures for different kinds of legal
  or formal documentation. A notary is going to
  check the identification papers of a signatory
  such as a passport and Emirates ID or visa to
  confirm the identity of the signatory. The
  confirmation of the signatorys identity is done
  prior to the actual signing of documents. 

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What are the kinds of affidavits in the UAE?

• There are many kinds of affidavits in the UAE,
  and they vary according to their purpose.
  Attorneys in UAE utilize them in court filings
  and motions to provide evidence that information
  is true. Attorney often designs affidavits in
  meeting their requirements. Affidavits can also
  follow generalized formats, but this isnt
  recommended.
• Affidavit of domicile 
• Affidavit of domicile is necessary for probates
  of wills or whenever youre dealing with specific
  kinds of trusts. Affidavits of domicile establish
  a persons legal residence in the time of the
  passing. They include the prior address of
  deceased individuals and the duration in which
  the individuals have lived in a certain area. 
• Usually, a personal or legal representative will
  present this particular kind of document to a
  local court during the process of probate. Its
  helpful in making estate administration a lot
  smoother, plus it allows for an easy and
  relatively quicker transfer of properties. Its
  particularly relevant for when stocks and
  securities are transferred to a different name. 
• Some institutions and life/health insurance firms
  also require affidavits prior to releasing assets
  to beneficiaries. This kind of information will
  also stop any potential disputes related to wills
  prior to them occurring. 
• Marriage affidavit
• There are circumstances wherein you may have to
  create a marriage affidavit. This document will
  declare that youre legally married and it will
  state the name of your spouse. A marriage
  certificate has the same function however,
  couples may utilize a marriage affidavit if
  theyre not able to find their marriage
  certificates. The marriage affidavit can be a
  requirement for insurance purposes, applying for
  a specific financial account, and submitting an
  application for foreign visa processing. The
  document can be useful for a common law marriage
  as a common law marriage wont have wedding
  certificates.

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  or you need help in creating your affidavit in
  UAE, call us here in HHS Lawyers today! 
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