What does a commissioner do?

A Commissioner for Oaths like Terence is authorised to witness the signing of important legal documents, such as:

Affidavits - Sworn written statements used in court proceedings. Required in civil litigation, family law, probate matters, etc.

Statutory Declarations - Formal statements declaring something to be true, used when an oath is not required.

Common for: Lost passport declarations, Identity confirmations, Residency status & Proof of single status for marriage abroad

Declarations of Freedom to Marry - Required for Irish citizens marrying abroad.

Documents for Use Abroad - Including notarisation-style declarations if not requiring a notary public.

Witnessing Signatures - On legal documents like: Power of Attorney (non-enduring), Declarations of solvency & Property transaction forms

Commissioner’s Certificates - Attached to affidavits or declarations to certify the oath or affirmation was duly taken.

Passport Applications - Particularly Garda forms or where a declaration of loss is required.

Revenue or Tax Forms - Such as declarations for: non-residency, capital gains tax & inheritance tax.

Citizenship Applications - Some supporting documents may need to be declared/certified by a Commissioner.

Name Change Declarations - Particularly if used for legal or official purposes.