One and the Same Person Affidavit
A free, ready-to-use affidavit confirming that you are known by more than one name, then notarize it online in minutes. Enter your email to download.
A One and the Same Person Affidavit, also called a name affidavit or “also known as” affidavit, is a sworn statement that one person is known by two or more names. It is what you use when your name appears differently across documents and an institution needs proof that it is all the same person, you.
When you need one
- Your maiden name and married name appear on different documents
- A spelling variation or clerical error (with or without a middle name, hyphen, or accent)
- Reconciling names for a bank, passport, property record, or diploma
- Immigration or other official matters requiring proof of identity
What the template includes
- State and county heading
- Space to list every name you are known by
- A place to explain the reason for the difference
- The name on your valid ID and the purpose of the affidavit
- Your signature line and a ready notary jurat block
How it works
- 1. Enter your email above and download the free template instantly.
- 2. List your names and the reason for the difference, but do not sign yet.
- 3. Notarize it online over secure video, in minutes, from any state. We connect you right after you download.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as a legal name change?
No. This affidavit does not change your legal name, it confirms that two or more names refer to the same person. A legal name change is a separate court process.
Does it need to be notarized?
Yes. It is a sworn affidavit, so it must be signed in front of a notary. You can do that online right after you download.
Should I sign before meeting the notary?
No. Wait and sign during your online notary session.
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