Commissioner of Oath
At various stages of the Canadian immigration process, applicants are often required to submit sworn declarations, affidavits, or certified copies of important documents. A Commissioner of Oaths plays a critical role in legally administering these declarations, affirmations, and certifications to ensure their validity before submission to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or other government agencies.
A Commissioner of Oaths is authorized by provincial law to witness the signing of documents and verify that the person signing has sworn or affirmed the truth of its contents. While they do not notarize documents, commissioners are widely accepted for most immigration-related processes—especially when submitting forms that include statutory declarations.
Common immigration-related documents that may require a Commissioner of Oaths include:
- Statutory declarations in support of spousal sponsorships
- Letters of explanation for missing documents or delays
- Declarations confirming common-law relationships
- Affidavits regarding travel history or employment
- Supporting documents for temporary residence applications (e.g., visitor visas, study permits, and work permits)
At RightWay Canada, we offer Commissioner of Oaths services in Toronto for clients needing fast, affordable, and professional assistance with immigration documents. Whether you are submitting an in-land sponsorship application or responding to a procedural fairness letter, ensuring that your declaration is properly sworn is vital to the integrity of your case.
Our immigration consultants are appointed as Commissioners of Oaths under the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General and are authorized to administer oaths and affirmations in both English and French.
It’s important to note that documents sworn before a Commissioner of Oaths must be signed in person. If you’re outside of Ontario, you may need to visit a local notary public or equivalent authority.
Book a consultation to have your immigration documents sworn before a certified Commissioner of Oaths. We’ll ensure that your paperwork is legally compliant and ready for submission to IRCC or any provincial immigration authority.
