Affidavit of Financial Support
Swear under oath that you financially support a family member or other person, such as a student, dependent relative, or child in your care. Commonly requested for visa applications, NSFAS and bursary applications, school fee exemption applications, and dependent verification.
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Download Blank TemplateAffidavit of Financial Support Affidavit — Frequently Asked Questions
What is an affidavit of financial support used for in South Africa?
It is a sworn statement, signed before a Commissioner of Oaths, in which you declare that you provide and will continue to provide financial support for another person. Schools use it for fee exemption applications, universities and NSFAS use it to verify a student's financial circumstances, and embassies request it when a sponsor is funding a visa applicant's stay or studies.
Where can I get an affidavit of support stamped for free?
You can have it commissioned free of charge at any SAPS police station. Attorneys, bank officials, and post office staff are also Commissioners of Oaths and can attest the affidavit. Take your ID document with you and sign the affidavit only in the presence of the Commissioner of Oaths.
How do I make a affidavit of financial support affidavit legally valid in South Africa?
Fill in the affidavit of financial support affidavit, print it, and sign it in front of a Commissioner of Oaths — do not sign beforehand. Bring your ID document. Commissioning is free at any SAPS police station, and Commissioners of Oaths are also available at banks, post offices, and attorneys' offices.
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