Vehicle & property
Statutory Declaration of No Lien
A sworn affidavit confirming that a vehicle or item is free of liens or security interests — used when selling or transferring so the buyer takes it free and clear. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- No-Lien Declaration
- Lien-Free Affidavit
- Affidavit of Clear Title
+2 more names
- Sworn Statement of No Lien
- Declaration of No Security Interest
STATUTORY DECLARATION OF NO LIEN
I, ______, acting in my role as ______ of ______ (the "Company"), do hereby solemnly declare that: I reside at ______, ______, and the Company’s address is ______, ______.
That I am the ______ of ______.
That said Company is the owner of the improved property known and legally described as follows:
______
That ______ is not subject to any bankruptcy, creditor's reorganization or insolvency proceeding and none are pending, contemplated or threatened.
That ______ has possession of the property and that there is no other person in possession who has any right in the property.
That there are no unrecorded labor, mechanic's or material men’s liens against the property and no material has been furnished or labor performed on the property which has not been paid in full.
That there are no unrecorded easements, liens of assessments for sanitary sewers, paving or other public utilities against said property.
That there are no claims whatsoever of any kind or description against any fixtures or equipment located on the said premises.
That there are no existing contracts for sale, options to purchase or unrecorded deeds or mortgages existing against said property.
I confirm that the information contained herein is consistent with and supported by the relevant title records and payment receipts.
That this declaration is made for the purpose of ______.
I make this solemn declaration in good conscience, believing every statement herein to be true, with full knowledge that it carries the same legal weight as testimony given under oath, pursuant to the Canada Evidence Act.
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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STATUTORY DECLARATION OF NO LIEN
I, ______, acting in my role as ______ of ______ (the "Company"), do hereby solemnly declare that: I reside at ______, ______, and the Company’s address is ______, ______.
That I am the ______ of ______.
That said Company is the owner of the improved property known and legally described as follows:
______
That ______ is not subject to any bankruptcy, creditor's reorganization or insolvency proceeding and none are pending, contemplated or threatened.
That ______ has possession of the property and that there is no other person in possession who has any right in the property.
That there are no unrecorded labor, mechanic's or material men’s liens against the property and no material has been furnished or labor performed on the property which has not been paid in full.
That there are no unrecorded easements, liens of assessments for sanitary sewers, paving or other public utilities against said property.
That there are no claims whatsoever of any kind or description against any fixtures or equipment located on the said premises.
That there are no existing contracts for sale, options to purchase or unrecorded deeds or mortgages existing against said property.
I confirm that the information contained herein is consistent with and supported by the relevant title records and payment receipts.
That this declaration is made for the purpose of ______.
I make this solemn declaration in good conscience, believing every statement herein to be true, with full knowledge that it carries the same legal weight as testimony given under oath, pursuant to the Canada Evidence Act.
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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What is an affidavit of no lien?
It is a sworn statement — also called a no-lien declaration or lien-free affidavit — confirming that the described property is not subject to a registered lien, financing, or other security interest.
Buyers and lenders rely on it so they are not left responsible for a debt secured against the item.
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When you might need one
It is used in sales and transfers where clear title matters.
- Selling a vehicle and confirming it is not financed or under lien.
- Reassuring a buyer or lender that an item is free of security interests.
- Supporting a transfer where clear ownership must be confirmed.
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What to include
Describe the item (for a vehicle, include the VIN), confirm there is no lien, loan, or security interest against it, and state this is true to the best of your knowledge. A buyer may also wish to do a lien search for added certainty.
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How to notarize a affidavit of no lien in Ontario
After you fill in your affidavit of no lien 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 no lien 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 Statutory Declaration of No Lien
- When do I need an affidavit of no lien?
- When selling or transferring a vehicle or item and the buyer or lender wants sworn confirmation it is free of liens, loans, or security interests.
- Should the buyer still do a lien search?
- A lien search adds certainty. The affidavit is the seller’s sworn confirmation, and a search can independently confirm there is no registered lien.
- 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.
- What should it include?
- A description of the item (a VIN for a vehicle) and a sworn confirmation there is no lien, loan, or security interest against it.
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