Who Needs an OSAP Affidavit?
This affidavit is intended for Ontario students applying for the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) who are unable to provide specific documentation requested by the government. It’s most commonly used to declare information about income, residency, or family circumstances that affect funding eligibility.
What Is an OSAP Affidavit?
An OSAP Affidavit is a sworn legal document used to verify facts when original documents are unavailable. This affidavit must be signed in front of a notary public or commissioner of oaths, and may include statements about parental income, residency history, or independent status. The affidavit serves as a formal declaration accepted by OSAP as supporting documentation.
Where Is This Affidavit Used?
The completed affidavit is submitted to the OSAP office at your college or university, or uploaded to your online OSAP application. It must be notarized in Ontario and meet the requirements set out by your school’s financial aid office. Most OSAP affidavits are reviewed by Student Financial Services staff as part of your funding assessment.
Why You Need a Notarized OSAP Affidavit
OSAP requires all supporting documents to be either official or legally sworn. When a document is missing or unavailable, a notarized affidavit is your alternative. This ensures your application remains valid, complete, and eligible for full funding review. Without it, processing delays or denials may occur.
How to Complete and Notarize the OSAP Affidavit Form
- Download and fill in the form with your personal details and required declaration.
- Do not sign the form until you're in front of a notary public or commissioner of oaths.
- Bring valid ID and any supporting details to your notary appointment.
- The notary will witness your signature and apply their seal.
- Submit the notarized affidavit to your school’s OSAP office or upload it to your student portal.
Final Note
This free OSAP Affidavit form must be signed in front of a notary public near you to be legally valid and widely accepted by institutions across Canada.