A sworn statement serves as a formal declaration when you lack other proof to verify personal facts. This signed document affirms your good faith in certifying a situation's truth. Always type it unless specifically instructed to handwrite. Caution: False declarations can lead to serious legal consequences if challenged. You'll often need one for PACS or marriage applications, business registrations, or enrolling with Pôle Emploi.
Use plain paper. Top left: your full name and address, plus optional email and phone. Top right: recipient's name, address, email, and phone. Below: location and date, e.g., "Paris, January 12, 2015."
Left-align: "Subject: Sworn Statement."
Start the body: "Dear Madam/Sir, I, the undersigned [your surname and first name], residing at [your address], swear that [state the fact or situation]. I acknowledge that false certification carries criminal penalties and attest to the truth of the above facts."
Close with: "Made to serve and assert what is right."
Sign at bottom left.
