Passport Application

A Commissioner for Oaths plays a crucial role in passport applications for children, especially when dealing with sole guardians or other specific circumstances. A Commissioner for Oaths can witness and verify signatures on forms like the Sole Guardian Affidavit (AFF1), ensuring the accuracy and authenticity of the information provided. This is particularly important for children's passport applications where consent from all guardians is required. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Sole Guardianship:

  If a child is under the sole guardianship of one parent, an AFF1 form must be completed and witnessed by a solicitor or Commissioner for Oaths to confirm this status. 

• Consent from All Guardians:

  Passport applications for children under 18 require consent from all legal guardians. This consent can be verified by having a Commissioner for Oaths witness the signatures on the application form or a separate consent letter. 

• Other Situations:

  In some cases, a Commissioner for Oaths might also be needed to verify other documents related to the child's passport application, such as birth certificates or adoption certificates.