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Affidavit of Residence

Free affidavit of residence template — a sworn statement confirming a person's current address, often used for school enrollment or ID applications.

This free affidavit of residence covers 1. Residence, 2. Purpose, 3. Supporting Documentation, 4. Certification with 5 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for individuals and small businesses handling a straightforward legal document themselves needing a clear, professional document without commissioning custom legal drafting for a routine situation. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.

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Affidavit of Residence

State of [State] County of [County]

I, [Affiant Name], being duly sworn, depose and state:

1. Residence

I currently reside at [Full Address], and have resided at this address since [Date].

2. Purpose

This affidavit is provided to confirm my residence for the purpose of: [e.g. school enrollment, voter registration, driver's license application].

3. Supporting Documentation

I have attached the following documents supporting this affidavit: [e.g. utility bill, lease agreement, mail addressed to this address].

4. Certification

I certify that the above statement is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, made under penalty of perjury.


Affiant signature: ______________________ Date: ____________

Notarization: Subscribed and sworn before me this ____ day of __________, 20__. Notary Public: ______________________

*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Many institutions (particularly school districts for enrollment purposes) require this affidavit alongside — not instead of — specific documentary proof of residence, like a lease or utility bill; check the exact requirements of the requesting institution before relying on the affidavit alone.*

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What does this affidavit of residence cover?

This legal template includes 1. Residence, 2. Purpose, 3. Supporting Documentation, 4. Certification. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.

Is this legal advice?

No. Legal documents are exactly where a generic template is most likely to miss something that matters — the right structure, required disclosures, and even which clauses are enforceable all vary by state and situation. Use this as a starting point for a conversation with a licensed attorney, not a substitute for one.

Can I edit the wording?

Yes — edit directly on the page, adjust any section or clause, and re-fill the 5 placeholder fields to match your situation before downloading a PDF. It's a starting structure, not a rigid script.

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