Format of Affidavit Declaration for Change of Signature
What this document covers
The Format of Affidavit Declaration for Change of Signature is a legal document used to formally declare a change in the signatory's signature. This affidavit is particularly important for individuals who hold shares in a company and need to ensure that their records reflect their new or altered signature. Unlike a standard affidavit of name change, this form specifically addresses the alteration of a signature rather than a change of name.
Key parts of this document
- Affidavit declaration: A formal affirmation of the change of signature.
- Personal details: Sections to fill out the individual's name, relationship, age, and address.
- Shareholder information: Details regarding equity shares held in the company.
- New signature request: A statement requesting the company's records be updated with a new signature.
- Verification statement: A declaration affirming the truth of the information provided.
Common use cases
This affidavit should be used when an individual has changed their signature due to personal circumstances, such as a legal name change or simply a new signature style. It is particularly relevant for shareholders who need to update their signature with the company for the purpose of maintaining accurate records and ensuring that transactions, documents, and communication reflect their current identity.
Intended users of this form
- Shareholders who have changed their signature.
- Individuals who need to update official records with a new signature.
- Foreign nationals (NRIs) holding shares in Indian companies.
- Anyone required to provide a sworn statement for a change in signature.
How to complete this form
- Type your full name, relationship, age, and current address at the beginning of the affidavit.
- Provide details about your equity shares, including folio number, certificate numbers, and distinctive numbers.
- Clearly indicate that your signature has changed or been altered over time.
- Sign the document, noting both your old and new signatures as required.
- Include a photograph and ensure proper verification by an advocate or notary as necessary.
Does this form need to be notarized?
Yes, this form must be notarized to be legally valid. It is important to have the affidavit attested by an advocate or a notary public to ensure it holds up in legal contexts. US Legal Forms provides integrated online notarization services for your convenience, allowing you to complete the process securely from anywhere at any time.
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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to notarize or attest the affidavit as required.
- Not providing complete details of equity shares held.
- Omitting the verification section, which is crucial for legal validity.
- Using incorrect or expired non-judicial stamp paper.
Main things to remember
- The affidavit facilitates the update of a shareholder's signature in company records.
- Complete all sections accurately, ensuring notarization for legality.
- Use this form if your signature has changed or has been altered over time.
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I state that maiden name and the present name is the name of one and the same person and that is myself. I am executing this declaration to be submitted to the concerned authorities for the change of my name in membership database.
Name Change Affidavit Format Sample That my name as per the records is ?????-(XYZ). That I have changed my name as on (date of change of name). 3.At present all the records have my new name . I am getting a public notice published to this effect in the newspaper.
You can change your signature in Bank by visiting the nearest Home branch of your bank and there you have to fill standard signature change form which start the preliminary process of changing signature.
That my/our signature(s) might have changed/ altered by passing of time and therefore I/We request the Company to treat my/our signature(s) as per the records maintained with the Company as cancelled.
I ,(Proprietor/MD/MP/COO/CEO) of (Name of the Establishment) do hereby authorize Mr/Ms/Mrs whose signature as attested below for the purpose of Registration of my establishment (name of the Establishment) / Branch name) under the Karnataka Shops and Establishments Act, 1961?.
That my/our signature(s) might have changed/ altered by passing of time and therefore I/We request the Company to treat my/our signature(s) as per the records maintained with the Company as cancelled.
