One and the Same Person
Swear that two or more different name variations appearing on your documents all refer to you, the same individual. Frequently required by the Department of Home Affairs, the Deeds Office, banks, and the Master of the High Court when records show your name spelled or formatted differently.
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Download Blank TemplateOne and the Same Person Affidavit — Frequently Asked Questions
When do I need a one and the same person affidavit in South Africa?
You need one when your name appears differently across official records — for example, a maiden surname on a title deed at the Deeds Office, a missing middle name in bank records, or a misspelling on a birth certificate — and an institution requires sworn confirmation that all the variations refer to you.
Is a one and the same person affidavit the same as changing my name at Home Affairs?
No. This affidavit does not change your name; it simply confirms under oath that existing name variations all identify the same individual. To formally change or correct your names or surname, you must apply to the Department of Home Affairs under the Births and Deaths Registration Act, and your records are then amended on the National Population Register.
How do I make a one and the same person affidavit legally valid in South Africa?
Fill in the one and the same person 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 one and the same person affidavit template free?
Yes. You can generate a completed one and the same person 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.