Name Discrepancy

Clarify differences in how your name appears across various official documents.

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Name Discrepancy Affidavit — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make a name discrepancy affidavit legally valid in South Africa?

Fill in the name discrepancy 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.

Is this name discrepancy affidavit template free?

Yes. You can generate a completed name discrepancy affidavit PDF or download a blank printable template completely free, with no sign-up required. Your information is used only to generate the document and is not stored after the PDF is created.