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Affidavit of True Likeness (Photograph)

A sworn affidavit confirming that a photograph is a true likeness of a named person — often required for passport, visa, or identity applications. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.

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Also known as

  • True Likeness Affidavit
  • Photo Identification Affidavit
  • Affidavit Certifying a Photograph
  • +2 more names
    • Sworn Statement of True Likeness
    • Photograph Likeness Affidavit

AFFIDAVIT OF TRUE LIKENESS

I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, MAKE OATH AND SAY (or AFFIRM) that:

  1. The photograph attached to this affidavit and initialled by me is a true likeness of ______.

  2. I know ______ as follows: ______.

  3. Purpose of this affidavit:

I make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing it to be true and knowing that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath.

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.

______________________________
A Commissioner of Oaths / Notary Public

______________________________
______

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Affidavit of True Likeness (Photograph)

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01Your Information

Your full legal name

Full name of the person in the photograph

Your full address

AFFIDAVIT OF TRUE LIKENESS

I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, MAKE OATH AND SAY (or AFFIRM) that:

  1. The photograph attached to this affidavit and initialled by me is a true likeness of ______.

  2. I know ______ as follows: ______.

  3. Purpose of this affidavit:

I make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing it to be true and knowing that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath.

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.

______________________________
A Commissioner of Oaths / Notary Public

______________________________
______

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  1. 01

    What is an affidavit of true likeness?

    It is a sworn statement — also called a true likeness affidavit or photo identification affidavit — confirming that an attached photograph genuinely shows the person named.

    It is used where an application requires a photo to be sworn to as an accurate likeness.

  2. 02

    When you might need one

    It supports identity and travel applications.

    • A passport, visa, or travel document application requires a certified photo.
    • An identity application asks for sworn confirmation that a photo is a true likeness.
    • A photo must be tied to a named person under oath.
  3. 03

    Good to know

    The notary witnesses the sworn statement and may mark the photograph as an exhibit. Bring the photograph and valid government-issued photo identification to your appointment, and follow the receiving body’s photo specifications.

  4. 04

    How to notarize a affidavit of true likeness in Ontario

    After you fill in your affidavit of true likeness 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 true likeness 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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  1. 01

    Reviewed for use in Ontario by a notary public and commissioner for taking affidavits.

  2. 02

    Fill it in online for free and download a ready-to-sign PDF — no account required.

  3. 03

    Sign in front of the notary, who administers your oath or affirmation and applies the seal.

  4. 04

    Notarize online by video across Ontario, or in person in Ottawa.

Frequently asked

Questions about the Affidavit of True Likeness (Photograph)

01
When do I need an affidavit of true likeness?
For passport, visa, travel document, or identity applications that require a photograph to be sworn to as a true and accurate likeness of the named person.
02
How does it work with the photo?
The notary witnesses the sworn statement and may mark the photograph as an exhibit. Bring the photo and valid photo ID to your appointment.
03
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.
04
What photo specifications apply?
Follow the photo requirements of the body requesting it, as passport and visa photos have specific size and format rules.

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