Commissioner for Oaths, made simple.
Need a statutory declaration, affidavit, or legal document witnessed? Appointments are available 7 days a week across Dublin and surrounding areas.
Not sure where to start?
A Commissioner for Oaths is a person authorised by law to witness legal declarations and administer oaths on sworn documents. If someone has asked you to have a document "commissioned" or "sworn," you've come to the right place. It's simpler than it sounds, and Ger will walk you through every step.
Services offered
Providing clear, professional witnessing for all legal documents. Most appointments are completed within 15–30 minutes in a welcoming Dublin setting.
Affidavits
Sworn written statements used as evidence in court proceedings. Required for civil litigation, family law, and probate matters. Also used for birth affidavits.
Statutory Declarations
Everyday declarations including lost passports, identity confirmation, proof of single status for marriage abroad, gender recognition certificate applications, and sole guardian affidavits.
International Documents
Declarations of Freedom to Marry for citizens marrying abroad, and other declarations for use outside Ireland. Notarisation is a separate service.
Witnessing Signatures
Professional witnessing for essential legal forms including Power of Attorney, property transactions, and declarations of solvency.
Certificates & Passports
Attaching Commissioner's Certificates to certify oaths, and assisting with Garda passport forms or declarations of lost documents.
Revenue & Official Forms
Declarations for Revenue (CGT, inheritance), citizenship application support, and official name change declarations.
Three simple steps
A simple, professional approach to getting your documents witnessed and signed without any legal complexity.
Book an appointment
Call or email Ger to explain what document you need witnessed. She'll confirm what you need to bring and arrange a convenient time.
Attend
Bring your unsigned document and a valid photo ID. Don't sign it beforehand. You'll sign it during the appointment.
Sign & Pay
Ger signs and stamps the document, making it officially commissioned and ready for use. Most appointments take 15–30 minutes.
What clients say
Great service from start to finish. She is very kind, quick to respond, and easy to arrange an appointment with. Professional and helpful throughout, she made the whole process straightforward. Highly recommended!
Very kind, professional and helpful, with quick responses and efficient service. Everything was explained clearly, making the whole process easy and straightforward. I really appreciated the patience and warm welcome. Highly recommended!
We recently used Ger to sign statutory declarations for a number of employees and found her excellent. She replied extremely fast to emails and was able to find a suitable time to come into the workplace within a couple of days. I would definitely recommend Ger to anyone!
Quick, affordable and professional. Geraldine witnessed my statutory declaration for my job with short notice. The signing took roughly 15 minutes and Ger made the whole process easy. Highly recommend.
Quick answers
What is a Commissioner for Oaths?
A Commissioner for Oaths (also written Commissioner of Oaths) is a person authorised under Irish law to witness the signing of legal documents, administer oaths, and take sworn declarations. They are different from a solicitor, though some solicitors are also Commissioners for Oaths. You do not need a solicitor for most commissioning services.
What do I need to bring?
You will need a valid photo ID (passport or driving licence) and your document(s). Crucially, do not sign the document before your appointment. Your signature must be witnessed in person by Ger as part of the commissioning process.
How long does an appointment take?
Most appointments are completed in 15–30 minutes. If you have multiple documents or an unusual situation, it may take a little longer. Ger will give you a realistic estimate when you book.
Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?
All commissioning is by appointment, 9am to 8pm, 7 days a week. Call or email Ger to book. Most appointments take 15 to 30 minutes, and Ger will confirm what you need to bring.
How much does a Commissioner for Oaths charge?
The fee is €10 per signature. If you'd like Ger to come to you, please enquire about the call-out fee. Ger will confirm the total before your appointment.
Where do appointments take place?
Ger serves all of Dublin. Appointments are held near Swords, North County Dublin, and Ger can also call out to you for a fee.
Nearby postal districts include Dublin 1, Dublin 3, Dublin 5, Dublin 7, Dublin 9, Dublin 11, Dublin 13, Dublin 15, Dublin 16, Dublin 17, Dublin 18, Dublin 20 and Dublin 22.
Nearby areas include Swords, Malahide, Portmarnock, Lusk, Rush, Skerries, Balbriggan, Blanchardstown, Santry and Ballymun.
Can I send my documents by post or email?
Unfortunately, no. Commissioning requires you to sign the document in Ger's physical presence. This is a legal requirement, so it cannot be done remotely. However, appointments are available 9am to 8pm, 7 days a week, to suit your schedule.
Is this the same as a notary public?
Not exactly. A Commissioner for Oaths and a Notary Public are different roles. For most everyday legal declarations in Ireland, a Commissioner for Oaths is all you need. If your document is specifically for use abroad and requires notarisation, Ger can advise you on the next steps.
Is a solicitor a Commissioner for Oaths?
Solicitors with a current practising certificate also have the powers of a Commissioner for Oaths, but you do not need a solicitor for most commissioning services. Ger can witness your signature and administer the oath at €10 per signature.
Get in touch
Call or email Ger to book. She will confirm what you need to bring and arrange a time that suits you.
Appointments are held near Swords, North County Dublin. Ger will get back to you as soon as she can.