Affidavit Legalization for Kuwait

An affidavit is a written statement of facts sworn or affirmed to be true by the person making the statement. For use in Kuwait, a legalized affidavit ensures that the document is recognized by government authorities, courts, educational institutions, and other official entities.

Purpose of an Affidavit

Affidavits serve various purposes, including:

  • Providing evidence for legal proceedings or disputes.

  • Supporting applications for visas, permits, or licenses.

  • Verifying facts or circumstances for administrative matters in Kuwait.

  • Declaring facts related to marital status, residency, or other personal matters.

Key Components of an Affidavit

  1. Title: Clearly display "Affidavit" at the top of the document.

  2. Caption: Identify the relevant jurisdiction or authority (court, institution, or government office).

  3. Introduction: State the affiant’s full name, personal details, and purpose of the affidavit.

  4. Statement of Facts: Present the facts being affirmed, stated clearly and truthfully.

  5. Signature: Affiant signs the affidavit in the presence of a notary public or authorized official.

  6. Notary Seal: Affidavit must be notarized to confirm the identity of the affiant and the oath.

Personal Document Legalization Processing Time & Fees.

Service Fees Processing Time
Service fee $90 -
U.S. Department of State fee $20 9
Embassy of Kuwait fee $25 6
Total $135 15 business days

Steps to Create an Affidavit

  1. Determine Purpose: Clearly define why the affidavit is needed and which facts it should cover.

  2. Draft the Affidavit: Write facts truthfully and concisely, ensuring clarity and completeness.

  3. Include Essential Elements: Ensure title, caption, introduction, statement of facts, signature, and notary seal are present.

  4. Review and Sign: Verify accuracy and sign in front of a notary or authorized official.

  5. Notarization: Have the affidavit notarized to confirm its authenticity.

Legalization for Use in Kuwait

To be recognized in Kuwait, an affidavit must go through legalization:

  1. Notarization: Verified by a U.S. notary public to authenticate the affiant’s signature.

  2. State Authentication: Certified by the Secretary of State where the affidavit was notarized.

  3. U.S. Department of State Certification: Confirms the origin of the document for international use.

  4. Kuwait Embassy Legalization: The embassy affixes its official seal, ensuring recognition by Kuwaiti authorities.

  5. Translation (if required): Certified Arabic translation may be requested for submission to authorities in Kuwait.

Legal Considerations

  • Truthfulness: All facts stated must be accurate to the best of the affiant’s knowledge.

  • Consequences of False Statements: Providing false information can lead to legal consequences, including perjury charges.