Commissioners for Oaths London

Our team of Commissioners for Oaths based in London is authorised to administer oaths, take affidavits and statutory declarations, and witness other legal documents. As Commissioners for Oaths, we can also certify copies of documents as true copies of the originals.

According to UK law, a Commissioner for Oaths is a person appointed by the Lord Chancellor with the power to administer oaths or take affidavits. All practising solicitors have these powers but must not use them in proceedings in which they are acting for any of the parties or in which they have an interest. Mr Arshad Mahmood is a practising solicitor and therefore a Commissioner for Oaths, having the authority to administer oaths, take affidavits and statutory declarations and certify documents as a true copy of the original. 

Mr Arshad Mahmood is a Solicitor and Commissioner for Oaths with more than 20 years of experience as a Solicitor and Commissioner for Oaths.

Our Team of Solicitors and Commissioners for Oaths in London

Our team of solicitors and Commissioners for Oaths in London can provide services as Commissioners for Oaths from our London office 7 days a week. Our team of Solicitors and Commissioners for Oaths in London comprise the following key team members who can render fast, friendly and reliable services as Commissioners for Oaths: 

Where Are Our Commissioners for Oaths Based in London?

Our Solicitors and Commissioners for Oaths are based in Wimbledon, London. Our office is very close (30 seconds' walk) to the Wimbledon Underground Station (District Line), which gives easy access to all our clients from all over the country.

The Old Town Hall
Wimbledon Business Centre
Centre Court Shopping Centre
4 Queens Road
London SW19 8YB

Book an Appointment Online

You can book an appointment online with one of our Commissioners for Oaths through our appointment booking form. The link for the appointment booking form is given below:

• Book An Appointment Online With Our Commissioners For Oaths in London

Our Services as Commissioners for Oaths in London

Our specialist team of solicitors and commissioners for oaths in London can provide the following services 7 days a week from our London office:

• Commissioners for Oaths For Statutory Declarations
• Commissioners for Oaths For Affidavits
• Commissioners for Oaths For Certification Of Documents
• Commissioners for Oaths For Change Of Name Deed
• Solicitors for ID1 Form Identity Verification
• Commissioners for Oaths For Power Of Attorney
• Immigration Solicitors for Visa Sponsorship Declaration
• Commissioners for Oaths For Sworn Oath For SIA Licence

Our Fixed Fees for Commissioners for Oaths Services

Fixed fees charged by our commissioners for oaths in London for various services are as follows:

Our Fixed Fees for Services for Statutory Declarations

Our Service	Our Fixed Fee
Our fees for witnessing signatures on a statutory declaration that is already drafted and ready to be signed in the presence of a Commissioner for Oaths. Our service also includes help completing the relevant form, printing the document, and emailing the scanned PDF after witnessing the signatures.	£15 each (including VAT)
Our fees for drafting a statutory declaration and witnessing signatures on the statutory declaration.	£120 (including VAT)

Our Fixed Fees for Services Relating To Affidavits

Our Service	Our Fixed Fee
Our fees for administering an oath for an affidavit and witnessing signatures on an affidavit that is already drafted and ready to be signed in the presence of a Commissioner for Oaths. Our service also includes help completing the relevant form, printing the document, and emailing the scanned PDF after witnessing signatures.	£15 each (including VAT)
Our fees for drafting an affidavit and administering an oath for an affidavit.	£120 (including VAT)

Our Fixed Fees For Certification Of Documents

Our Service	Our Fixed Fee
Our fees for certifying a copy of an original or a PDF/Electronic document as a true copy of the original. Our service also includes copying the original document and emailing the scanned PDF document after the copy has been certified as a true copy of the original.	£15 per certification (including VAT)
Our fees for certifying an Identity Document, e.g., a passport or driving licence, to confirm that the document is a current and true likeness of the document holder. Our service also includes copying the original document and emailing the scanned PDF document after the copy has been certified as a true copy of the original.	£20 per certification (including VAT)

Our Fixed Fees For Services Relating To Change Of Name Deed

Our Service	Our Fixed Fee
Our fees for witnessing the signature on the unenrolled change of name deed, which is already drafted and ready to be signed in the presence of a Commissioner for Oaths. Our service also includes help with any necessary minor changes to the document, printing, and emailing the scanned PDF after witnessing the signatures.	£15 each (including VAT)
Our fees for drafting an unenrolled change of name deed in the form of a statutory declaration and witnessing signatures on the change of name deed.	£120 (including VAT)
Our fees for witnessing the signature on an enrolled change of name deed of an adult in the presence of a Commissioner for Oaths. Our service also includes help completing the relevant form, printing the document, and emailing the scanned PDF after witnessing the signatures.	£50 (including VAT)
Our fees for witnessing the signature on the enrolled change of name deed of a minor in the presence of a Commissioner for Oaths. Our service also includes help completing the relevant form, printing the document, and emailing the scanned PDF after witnessing the signatures.	£60 (including VAT)

Our Fixed Fees For ID1 & ID2 Form Identity Verification Service

Our Service	Our Fixed Fee
Verification of identity for ID1 Form	£50 (including VAT)
Verification of identity for ID2 Form	£60 (including VAT)

Our Fixed Fees for Services Relating to Power of Attorney

Our fees for services in relation to Power of Attorney are as given in the fee table below:

Our Service	Our Fixed Fee
Our fees for witnessing the signature on the Power of Attorney, which is already drafted and ready to be signed in the presence of a Commissioner for Oaths. Our service also includes help completing the relevant form, printing the document, and emailing the scanned PDF after witnessing the signatures.	£15 each (including VAT)
Our fees for drafting a Power of Attorney and witnessing signatures on the Power of Attorney	£180 (including VAT)

Our Fixed Fees for Services Relating to Sponsorship Declaration

Our Service	Our Fixed Fee
Our fees for witnessing signatures on the Sponsorship Declaration, which is already drafted and ready to be signed in the presence of a Commissioner for Oaths. Our service also includes help completing the relevant form, printing the document, and emailing the scanned PDF after witnessing the signatures.	£15 each (including VAT)
Our fees for drafting the Sponsorship Declaration and witnessing signatures on the Sponsorship Declaration	£120 (including VAT)

Our Fixed Fees for Sworn Oath for SIA Licence Application

Our Service	Our Fixed Fee
Administration of a sworn oath for the SIA Licence and issuing a letter confirming the oath is genuine. Our service also includes help completing the relevant form, printing the document, and emailing the scanned PDF after witnessing signatures.	£50 (including VAT)

Commissioners for Oaths in London: Frequently Asked Questions

If you need to swear an affidavit, make a statutory declaration or affirm the truth of a legal document, our solicitors can assist you at our London office. Below are answers to frequently asked questions about using a Commissioner for Oaths in London.

What is a Commissioner for Oaths?

A Commissioner for Oaths is a person authorised to administer oaths and affirmations and to witness the signing of affidavits and statutory declarations. The Commissioner confirms that the document has been properly sworn or declared but does not certify that every statement within it is factually correct.

Can a solicitor act as a Commissioner for Oaths?

Yes. Under section 81 of the Solicitors Act 1974, a solicitor holding a valid practising certificate generally has the powers of a Commissioner for Oaths in England and Wales.

Premium Solicitors is an SRA-regulated law firm, and our authorised solicitors can provide Commissioner for Oaths services in London.

What documents can a Commissioner for Oaths witness?

A Commissioner for Oaths may assist with documents such as:

• Statutory declarations;
• Affidavits;
• Oaths and affirmations;
• Declarations relating to identity, name, address or marital status;
• Declarations concerning lost documents;
• Affidavits required for court or tribunal proceedings; 
• A change of name deed;
• An SIA sworn Oath; 
• Land Registry ID1 Identity verification; and
• Exhibits or schedules attached to an affidavit or declaration.

Whether a particular document can be witnessed depends on its wording, intended use, and the requirements of the organisation requesting it.

What is a statutory declaration?

A statutory declaration is a formal written statement that a person solemnly declares to be true. It must be signed in the presence of a person authorised to administer oaths, such as a practising solicitor or Commissioner for Oaths.

You should not sign the declaration before your appointment. Official guidance confirms that the declaration must be signed in front of the authorised person witnessing it.

What is an affidavit?

An affidavit is a written statement of facts that a person swears or affirms to be true. Affidavits may be required in court proceedings, property matters and other legal or administrative processes.

The person making the affidavit is known as the deponent. The deponent must sign it before a person authorised to administer the oath or affirmation.

What is the difference between an oath and an affirmation?

An oath is a solemn promise, usually made by reference to a religious belief, that the contents of a document are true.

An affirmation is a non-religious alternative carrying the same legal effect. You may choose to affirm if you do not wish to swear on a holy book.

Should I sign my document before attending the appointment?

No. You should complete the document but leave the signature section unsigned. You must sign the affidavit or statutory declaration in the presence of the Commissioner for Oaths.

If you sign it beforehand, you may be asked to print or prepare a fresh copy and sign it again during the appointment.

What should I bring to my Commissioner for Oaths appointment?

The documents required may depend on the type of service you need. You should normally bring:

• The completed but unsigned document;
• All exhibits or schedules referred to in the document;
• A valid photographic identity document, such as a passport or photocard driving licence;
• Proof of your current address, if requested; and
• Any instructions received from the court, government department or organisation requiring the document.

Please tell us before your appointment how many documents, declarants and exhibits are involved.

What happens during the appointment?

The solicitor will usually:

1. Check your identity;
2. Review the document to identify the appropriate signing requirements;
3. Ask you to swear an oath or make an affirmation or declaration;
4. Witness you signing the document; and
5. Complete and sign the jurat or witnessing section.

A straightforward appointment is usually brief, although the time required will depend on the number and nature of the documents.

Does the Commissioner for Oaths verify that my statement is true?

No. The Commissioner witnesses the formal declaration, oath or affirmation and confirms that the correct procedure has been followed. You remain responsible for the accuracy and truthfulness of the document’s contents.

You should read the entire document carefully before signing it. You must not make a false or misleading statement in an affidavit or statutory declaration.

Can a Commissioner for Oaths prepare my statutory declaration or affidavit?

The Commissioner’s basic role is to administer the oath or declaration and witness your signature, rather than draft the document or advise on its legal effect.

If you need help preparing or amending an affidavit or statutory declaration, Premium Solicitors may be able to provide this as a separate legal service. Any applicable legal fees will be agreed with you in advance.

Can the solicitor dealing with my case also administer the oath?

Not always. A solicitor cannot exercise Commissioner for Oaths powers in certain proceedings where the solicitor acts for a party or has an interest in the matter.

Please explain the purpose of the document when booking your appointment so that we can confirm whether our solicitor is permitted to act.

Can a Commissioner for Oaths certify copies of documents?

Document certification is separate from administering an oath, although a solicitor may also offer a certified-copy service.

Documents commonly presented for certification include passports, driving licences, bank statements, utility bills and official letters. You must usually bring both the original document and the copy.

First, check the requirements of the organisation receiving the document, as it may specify who can certify it and the precise wording required. 

Do I need to understand English to swear a document?

You must understand the nature and contents of the document and the significance of the oath, affirmation or declaration you are making.

If the document is not in English or you require an interpreter, please tell us before booking. We will confirm whether we can provide the service and whether a translation or interpreter will be required.

Can I obtain an urgent Commissioner for Oaths appointment in London?

Urgent and short-notice appointments may be available, subject to an authorised solicitor's availability. Contact Premium Solicitors as early as possible and provide details of the document, the number of exhibits and your deadline.

Are weekend appointments available with a Commissioner for Oaths?

Premium Solicitors is available seven days a week, subject to appointment availability. You can contact us to request a weekday or weekend Commissioner for Oaths appointment at our London office.

Why choose Premium Solicitors for Commissioner for Oaths services in London?

Premium Solicitors offers:

• An SRA-regulated service;
• Appointments at our London office;
• Availability seven days a week;
• Clear information about fees;
• Assistance with statutory declarations, affidavits, oaths and affirmations; and
• High-quality services with 5-star Google Reviews rating

How can I book a Commissioner for Oaths appointment in London?

You can book an appointment online. Please send us a copy of the document in advance, where possible, so that we can confirm the service required, the fee and what you should bring.

Disclaimer:

The information above is general guidance and does not constitute legal advice. Requirements may vary according to the document and the organisation or authority receiving it.