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Affidavit of Domicile
A sworn affidavit confirming where a deceased person lived at the time of death — often required to transfer securities, accounts, or other estate assets. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- Affidavit of Residence of a Deceased
- Domicile Affidavit
- Estate Affidavit of Domicile
+2 more names
- Sworn Statement of Domicile
- Deceased Residence Affidavit
AFFIDAVIT OF DOMICILE
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, MAKE OATH AND SAY (or AFFIRM) that:
I am the ______ of ______ (the "Deceased"), and I have personal knowledge of the facts in this affidavit.
The Deceased died on ______.
At the time of death, the Deceased was domiciled and ordinarily resident at ______.
This affidavit is made in connection with assets of the estate. Assets concerned (if specified):
I make this affidavit to support the transfer or release of those assets. Specific purpose (if stated):
Signed and sworn (or affirmed/declared) before me by videoconference in Ottawa, Ontario, while the Affiant(s)/Declarant(s) were located in ______________________, on ______________________, pursuant to O. Reg. 431/20, and Electronic Commerce Act, 2000.
______________________________ | ______________________________ |
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01Your Information
Your full legal name
Your role or relationship to the deceased (e.g. estate trustee, family member)
Your full address
AFFIDAVIT OF DOMICILE
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, MAKE OATH AND SAY (or AFFIRM) that:
I am the ______ of ______ (the "Deceased"), and I have personal knowledge of the facts in this affidavit.
The Deceased died on ______.
At the time of death, the Deceased was domiciled and ordinarily resident at ______.
This affidavit is made in connection with assets of the estate. Assets concerned (if specified):
I make this affidavit to support the transfer or release of those assets. Specific purpose (if stated):
Signed and sworn (or affirmed/declared) before me by videoconference in Ottawa, Ontario, while the Affiant(s)/Declarant(s) were located in ______________________, on ______________________, pursuant to O. Reg. 431/20, and Electronic Commerce Act, 2000.
______________________________ | ______________________________ |
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About this document
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What is an affidavit of domicile?
It is a sworn statement — also called an affidavit of residence of a deceased or domicile affidavit — that identifies where the deceased lived at the time of death.
It is usually sworn by the estate trustee (executor) or a family member with personal knowledge.
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When you might need one
It supports transferring estate assets.
- A transfer agent asks for proof of the deceased’s domicile to release securities.
- You are settling an estate and must confirm where the deceased lived.
- A financial institution requires sworn confirmation before transferring assets.
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Good to know
Domicile is the place the deceased treated as their permanent home, which is not always the same as a mailing address. Use the true and ordinary residence at the time of death.
For significant estate matters, obtain legal advice; this affidavit supports a transfer but does not replace probate where it is required.
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How to notarize a affidavit of domicile in Ontario
After you fill in your affidavit of domicile and download the PDF, do not sign it in advance. A sworn document must be signed in front of a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits, who administers your oath or solemn affirmation first.
Minute Notary commissions your affidavit of domicile online by secure video, under Ontario's remote commissioning rules (O. Reg. 431/20), or in person in Ottawa. Bring valid government-issued photo identification so we can verify your identity before applying the notary seal.
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Reviewed for use in Ontario by a notary public and commissioner for taking affidavits.
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Fill it in online for free and download a ready-to-sign PDF — no account required.
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Sign in front of the notary, who administers your oath or affirmation and applies the seal.
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Notarize online by video across Ontario, or in person in Ottawa.
Frequently asked
Questions about the Affidavit of Domicile
- What is an affidavit of domicile used for?
- To confirm where a deceased person lived at the time of death, which transfer agents and financial institutions often require before releasing securities or estate assets.
- Who should swear it?
- Usually the estate trustee (executor) or a family member with personal knowledge of where the deceased lived.
- Is domicile the same as a mailing address?
- Not necessarily. Domicile is the deceased’s permanent home — their true and ordinary residence at the time of death.
- Can I notarize it online in Ontario?
- Yes. You can swear it online by video under Ontario’s remote commissioning rules, or in person in Ottawa with Minute Notary.
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