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Statutory Declaration of Value of Goods
A sworn declaration of the fair value of goods — often required for customs, gifts being imported, or insurance and shipping purposes. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- Declaration of Value
- Affidavit of Value of Goods
- Customs Value Declaration
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- Sworn Statement of Value
STATUTORY DECLARATION OF VALUE OF GOODS
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, SOLEMNLY DECLARE that:
I have knowledge of the following goods: ______.
To the best of my knowledge, the fair value of those goods is ______ .
I declare this value for the following reason: ______.
The value stated is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Purpose of this declaration (if specified):
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.
______________________________ | ______________________________ |
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STATUTORY DECLARATION OF VALUE OF GOODS
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, SOLEMNLY DECLARE that:
I have knowledge of the following goods: ______.
To the best of my knowledge, the fair value of those goods is ______ .
I declare this value for the following reason: ______.
The value stated is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Purpose of this declaration (if specified):
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.
______________________________ | ______________________________ |
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What is a declaration of value of goods?
It is a sworn statement — also called a declaration of value or customs value declaration — setting out a description of goods and their fair value.
It is used where a sworn valuation is required for the goods.
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When you might need one
It supports customs, shipping, and insurance.
- Importing or shipping goods and declaring their value.
- Sending a gift where customs requires a value.
- Confirming a sworn value of goods for an insurer or carrier.
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Good to know
Use a fair, honest value and keep receipts or evidence of value where you can. The declaration states a value; a customs authority determines any duty or tax under its own rules.
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How to notarize a statutory declaration of value of goods in Ontario
After you fill in your statutory declaration of value of goods 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 statutory declaration of value of goods 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 Value of Goods
- When do I need a declaration of value of goods?
- When importing or shipping goods, sending a gift through customs, or confirming a sworn value of goods for an insurer or carrier.
- Whose value should I use?
- Use a fair, honest value for the goods, and keep receipts or other evidence of value where you can.
- Does this set the customs duty?
- No. It states a value; the customs authority determines any duty or tax under its own rules.
- 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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