A “bona fide marriage affidavit” is a formal paper that people sign to say that their relationship is real. Someone who is “affiant,” usually a close friend or family member, talks about the couple's life together from their own point of view.
I, _____________________________, swear under penalty of perjury, that the information included in this declaration is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Marriage Certificate: This is the most common proof of marriage. It is an official document issued by the government or relevant authority where the marriage took place. It includes details such as the names of both spouses, the date of the marriage, and the location.
If you are requesting an authorized copy of a birth, death, or marriage certificate, you MUST complete the Sworn Statement included with the application and sign the statement (declaring under penalty of perjury that you are entitled by law to receive an authorized copy).
It is essentially letter that someone writes to the U.S. government that indicates the writer is a witness to your marriage and knows certain facts. The affidavit serves as a personal testimonial that your marriage is genuine, not arranged solely for the purpose of obtaining a green card.
Your personal statement explains how you met, how your relationship developed, and when you decided to marry. The goal is to show that your marriage is genuine, not just for legal status.
SAMPLE AFFIDAVIT FOR NAME (Duly Notarised) I, the undersigned S/o ….., First Last, aged ~XX years, Hindu by religion, presently residing at ………., India, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath that: 1. I say that my true and correct name is……………..
I, _____________________________, swear under penalty of perjury, that the information included in this declaration is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
If you are requesting an authorized copy of a birth, death, or marriage certificate, you MUST complete the Sworn Statement included with the application and sign the statement (declaring under penalty of perjury that you are entitled by law to receive an authorized copy).
An affidavit is a sworn written statement from a witness in a case. It is a document that sets out the evidence that the witness wants to give. The witness who swears an affidavit is known as a deponent.