Introduction
A Certification Under Oath is a formal declaration made by an individual or authorized representative affirming that the provided statements or documents are true, accurate, and complete. This certification is executed under oath—sworn before a notary public or authorized official—making it legally binding. It serves as a safeguard against fraud, misrepresentation, and false claims in various business and legal transactions.
Uses of a Certification Under Oath
A Certification Under Oath is commonly used in business and government processes for the following purposes:
- Business Registration & Licensing – To certify the accuracy of documents submitted for business permits, licenses, or government registrations.
- Financial Reports & Tax Filings – To affirm the correctness of financial statements, tax returns, or financial disclosures required by regulatory agencies.
- Legal Compliance & Regulatory Requirements – To confirm that the business complies with industry laws, safety regulations, or contractual obligations.
- Affidavits & Official Statements – To certify facts for court proceedings, employment verifications, or other legal matters.
- Bidding & Procurement Processes – To verify that a company meets eligibility requirements when bidding for government or private contracts.
- Corporate Agreements & Internal Policies – To validate company policies, resolutions, and internal declarations in an official capacity.
By signing a Certification Under Oath, the signatory assumes full legal responsibility for the authenticity of the information provided. Any false declaration may result in penalties, fines, or criminal charges.
SAMPLE OF CERTIFICATION UNDER OATH
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CERTIFICATION OF UNDER OATH
I, RAYNEL SALAZAR ESTREMA, of legal age, Filipino, single and a resident of Luyos, Caluya, Bangued, after having been duly sworn to in accordance with law, hereby depose and state:
- That I am the representative of RAYMUND LAW REGION and duly appointed authorized person for this purpose, having been a regular bona fide and fully registered member of said association;
- That this authorization has been operating for several years under Tax Identification Number (TIN) 134-149-664-000 and is not connected to any unlawful or illegal association or organization;
- That I am legally and truly consider that RAYMUND LAW REGION is free from any illegal activity and has no criminal record;
- That I executed this affidavit to attest to the truthfulness and veracity of all my statements herein and for whatever legal purpose it may serve.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto affixed my signature this ___ day of ___________, 20__.
(Sgd.) RAYNEL SALAZAR ESTREMA
Affiant
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO before me this ___ day of ___________, 20__ at ____________________.
Doc. No. _____
Page No. _____
Book No. _____
Series of 20___
ANOTHER SAMPLE CERTIFICATION UNDER OATH
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CERTIFICATION UNDER OATH
I, RAFAEL GOMEZ ESTEBAN, of legal age, Filipino, single, and a resident of Leynes, Talisay, Batangas, after having been duly sworn in accordance with law, do hereby depose and state:
- That the above business has been operating for several years under Tax Identification Number 143-017-024-000 NV, and to the best of my knowledge, it has no unpaid tax obligations to the government;
- That I hereby certify and confirm that RAFJANZ LAKE RESORT is free from all tax liabilities due to the government;
- That I have executed this affidavit to attest to the truthfulness and veracity of the foregoing statements and for whatever legal and legitimate purposes it may serve.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto affixed my signature this ____ day of ______________________ at ______________________.
RAFAEL GOMEZ ESTEBAN
Affiant
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this ____ day of ______________________ at ________________________________.
Doc. No. _______
Page No. _______
Book No. _______
Series of 2025
Note: All information such as names, addresses, and identification numbers in this sample document are fictional and provided for example purposes only.