Have you ever been told, “Bhai, ek affidavit banwa ke le aao,” and you’re like, yeh affidavit hota kya hai? You’re not alone! A lot of people in Pakistan hear the word “affidavit” for the first time during some government kaam — like visa application, passport work, school admission, or property issue.
In this guide, I’m going to explain everything in plain and simple words. No heavy English, no law books — just real talk. You’ll learn what an affidavit is, when you need it, and exactly how to make one from scratch — step by step.
What is an Affidavit?
An affidavit is just a written statement that you promise is true. You write it, sign it, and get it verified by an Oath Commissioner or Notary Public.
It’s like saying:
“Main poori zimmedari se keh raha hoon ke yeh baat sach hai.”
It’s a legal document, so once you sign it, you’re officially declaring that everything written in it is the truth.
Why Would You Need an Affidavit in Pakistan?
Affidavit is used in bohat si jagahon. Some of the most common uses include:
- Visa application (especially sponsor affidavit)
- Passport banwane ke liye
- Name correction or change
- Property transfer
- School/college admissions
- Court matters
- Job applications (especially govt jobs)
- To declare you’re unmarried or single
- To prove a loss (like lost documents or ID)
Basically, jab bhi aapko kisi jagah pe likh kar proof dena ho that you’re telling the truth, they’ll ask for an affidavit.
Affidavit Kinds – Kis Type Ka Affidavit Hota Hai?
Affidavit aik hi type ka nahi hota. Depending on your situation, different types are used:
1. General Affidavit
Used for simple stuff like name/address correction, personal declaration.
2. Visa Affidavit
If you’re sponsoring someone or applying for a visa, embassy usually asks for this.
3. Single Status Affidavit
This is for people who want to marry abroad and need to prove they’re not married.
4. Property-Related Affidavit
Used in selling, buying, or transferring property.
5. Educational Affidavit
Sometimes universities or boards ask for this — especially in case of lost documents or gap years.
Affidavit Banana Mushkil Hai?
Bilkul bhi nahi. It’s actually pretty simple. Let me break it down for you step by step.
Step-by-Step Guide to Making an Affidavit in Pakistan
Step 1: Likho Jo Kehna Hai
Sabse pehle aapko apna statement likhna hota hai — what you want to declare.
You can write it in Urdu or English, no issue. Just make sure you write clearly and to the point.
Example:
“Main, Ali Raza, son of Ghulam Raza, CNIC number 12345-6789012-3, declare karta hoon ke main unmarried hoon and I have never been married before.”
Step 2: Stamp Paper Lo
Ab jao kisi bhi stamp paper wale ke paas (usually near court or district offices). Tell them you want a stamp paper for affidavit.
- General affidavit ke liye Rs. 50 ya Rs. 100 ka paper kaafi hota hai
- Property or legal case ke liye, Rs. 500+ ka paper chahiye hota hai
Wo log aapki written statement ko stamp paper pe type kar ke print kar denge.
Step 3: Oath Commissioner Ke Paas Jaana Hai
Affidavit ko legal banane ke liye aapko Oath Commissioner ya Notary Public ke paas le jana hoga.
Yeh kaam bohat asaan hai:
- Wo aapse CNIC mangega
- Aapse confirm karega ke yeh aapka affidavit hai
- Aapke saamne signature karvayega
- Phir wo stamp aur sign kar dega
Usually Rs. 100 to Rs. 300 charge karte hain.
Step 4: Use It Where You Need To
Once it’s stamped and signed, your affidavit is ready to go! Submit it jahan zarurat ho — embassy, office, college, ya court.
Kya Affidavit Urdu Mein Ho Sakta Hai?
Bilkul. In fact, most local offices and courts prefer Urdu. But if you’re making it for a foreign embassy, then English is better.
Use whatever language the receiving authority is okay with.
Affidavit Main Kya Kya Likha Hona Chahiye?
Here’s what to include:
- Full name and father’s name
- CNIC number
- Address
- A clear declaration of the facts
- Signature
- Date
- Signature and stamp of Oath Commissioner
Kya Lawyer Ki Zarurat Hai?
Nahi. For simple affidavits, aap khud likh sakte ho. But if it’s something complicated like a court case or property dispute, then haan — lawyer help le lo.
Affidavit Kab Tak Valid Rehta Hai?
Technically, it doesn’t expire. Lekin practical world mein:
- Visa affidavits should be recent (max 2-3 months old)
- Educational affidavits are accepted for longer
- Property-related ones stay valid until you change them
So best hai ke fresh affidavit banwao jab zarurat ho.
Sample Affidavit (Urdu Style)
Here’s an example of how it usually looks:
AFFIDAVIT
Main, Muhammad Usman, son of Liaqat Ali, CNIC 12345-6789012-3, r/o Karachi, ye bayan karta hoon ke main unmarried hoon aur kabhi pehle shaadi nahi ki.Yeh bayan main apni poori hosh o hawas mein de raha hoon, aur yeh bilkul sach hai.
Deponent Signature:
Date:
Oath Commissioner Signature & Stamp: __
Tips Yaad Rakhna
- Kabhi jhoot mat likhna. Legal masla ban sakta hai.
- CNIC number, naam, address — sab kuch sahi likho.
- Stamp paper pe likhne se pehle proofreading zaroor karo.
- Kabhi ghar pe sign mat karo — Oath Commissioner ke samne hi sign karo.
- Apne liye ek photocopy rakho.
Online Affidavit Pakistan Mein Possible Hai?
Thoda thoda. Kuch websites templates offer karti hain. Lekin abhi bhi physical signature aur attestation required hoti hai.
So haan, online likh sakte ho, but final kaam aapko manually karna hoga.
Affidavit Aur Agreement Mein Farq
Confused hote hain log.
- Affidavit is your personal statement
- Agreement is an understanding between two or more people
Dono legal hote hain but alag cheez ke liye use hote hain.
Final Baat – Ghabrana Nahi Hai!
Bhai ya behn, affidavit banana bilkul rocket science nahi hai. It’s just a written, signed promise that your statement is true. Follow simple steps and you’re good to go.
Pakistan mein affidavit system common hai, aur log daily banwa rahe hote hain. Just be honest, careful, and clear — and everything will go smooth.
