What is a statutory declaration in Uganda?
In brief
Unlike an affidavit (which is sworn for use in court proceedings), a statutory declaration is a solemn declaration of truth made before a person authorised to administer oaths, such as a commissioner for oaths or notary (Oaths Act; Commissioners for Oaths (Advocates) Act). Making a false declaration is an offence. Institutions often accept a statutory declaration as proof of a fact that has no other documentary evidence.
A little more detail
If the document is for a court case, you usually need an affidavit, not a statutory declaration — check what the recipient actually requires.
What to do next
See the statutory-declaration checklist and template.
The law
- Statutory Declarations Act, Cap. 24 (2023 Revision).
- Commissioners for Oaths (Advocates) Act, Cap. 5 — s.3.
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Last reviewed 9 June 2026; next review due 9 June 2027.
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