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toyin03:
I've asked this info not too long ago, but it seems people ain't willing to share. Help us that are still in the process plan better. Ejoor!

Soleye24:
Good evening ma, please can you walk me through the process of applying? I am so confused, I don't even know how and where to start

Tifay:
Looks like it is compulsory to get an affidavit for age again cos I dont understand this people. I thought that was only in the case that your birth certificate has issues. See messages he got.

Dear Applicant, In addition to the uploaded document (which by the way is an error free Birth Certificate)
kindly upload an affidavit of Declaration of Age deposed by parent (father or mother) or the head of the family if both parents are deceased AND copy of an identity document showing the signature of the person making the affidavit. upload the updated document (Birth certificate, affidavit and ID of the declarant) .

Does anyone know why the above message was sent?

Tomkito:
Was the person born before 1992?

Tifay:
Yes he was 1990 or 1991 not sure

Tomkito:
So, the affidavit is a necessary requirement then.
It's stated on the website.

Tifay:
Please can you direct me to this website.

I must have missed it. Thank you

Tomkito:
https://nigeria.diplo.de/ng-en/2691130-2691130

Tomkito:
So, the affidavit is a necessary requirement then.
It's stated on the website.

Funmibiayo:
please does a testimonial count?

cc150615:
For the first one, you need to get an affidavit sworn by you at a high court that says the 2 names refer to one and the same person.
For the second you need a signature bearing ID of your mum (driver's license or intl passport). You need to get one of those, I had to get a passport for my mum. You can ask for more time if you need to.

Jorazy:
Good evening, please I need clarification on this issue, can I use a transcript that was assigned to a ‘company use only’ and it was badly written on it

Jorazy:
Good morning everyone,
I joined waitlist since March, had lots of forth & back during preliminary stage(August- November ).
I’ve finally gotten an interview appointment for January.

I appreciate everyone that has given very vital informations on this trend, most have been so helpful.

I’ll sincerely appreciate if anyone can tell me exactly what I should be expecting at the interview process including the kind of questions that might be asked.
Thanks 🙏🏽

Missmarola:
Hello everyone,

I noticed some discussion regarding affidavits. Please be aware that the High Court now has a digital platform where you can fill in your details and generate your affidavit online (E-affidavit).
I feel this makes it much easier for the embassy to verify because it includes a barcode.

​If you choose to go to the High Court in person, be wary of the agents at the gate; they often make mistakes, and your information might not be officially entered into the court system.

If you prefer a physical paper affidavit, please double-check the following:

1. ​Heading and Purpose: Ensure the reason (e.g., name correction) is stated correctly.
2. ​Details: Verify your name, the date, and the time.
3. ​Authentication: Ensure it has an official stamp and signature.
​4. Proof: Always ask for an official receipt or remita with a reference number.

Tifay:
Are you saying E-affidavit is better and would be accepted.

Asking this because what if the parents are not in the country to do the physical affidavit. Would the E-affidavit be accepted for the eariler question I asked where an affidavit of Declaration of Age deposed by parent (father or mother) was requested

christian3:
Hey guys,
I’m in the preliminary stage. I was asked to upload health insurance and also a letter of motivation as part of my correction, please can someone guide me on getting them especially those who have passed this stage?
I applied August last year btw.
Thanks to all the wonderful people here 🙌🏽

JIGGERNAPPY:
E-affidavit is the best. It has a barcode for easy verification. It has been proven to be without doubts, your parents don't need to be in same country physically. Just get their international passport or Voter's card. It requires an ID with the persons signature. So far so good, only Voter's card and international ID meets the requirement.

Please, make sure the signature on the affidavit and the one of the ID tallies.

Aderonke2025car:
For the insurance you can use Dr Walter and for motivation letter AI can help just have to be careful while using AI, IF you need further assistance on the insurance let me know.

christian3:
I just sent you a DM as per the insurance, thank you so kindly.

Tifay:
Did anyone answer this question?

Can a primary school testimonial count instead of a primary school leaving certificate.

He was asked to submit the primary school leaving certificate but he doesnt have it he only has the testimonial

Omonene031:
For the E-affidavit

Who’s passport photo, identity card and signature is needed , ( Me or my parents? )

Pls help I’m a little confused

cyberbro:
What the German embassy accepts is a parent as the deponent, not you as the deponent (i.e. applicant).

Meaning: it's like your mom or dad applying for your attestation of age on your behalf. The pictures to be uploaded would be that of you and either of your parents. If you're using your dad, you would need to upload your photo and dad's passport photo, also with his signature, make payment and submit.

Once it is approved, you can print it online and upload it on the portal.

Tifay:
Im struggling to see the reason though, why this is asked for in addition to birth certificates?

They need the parent/deponent to also attest and confirm the Age? Why ?.

Nigeria runs a very communal system so even if the applicant did lie or misrepresent their age on the birth certificate. Chances are they can likely make the parent/ do the affidavit.

Do they know how easy it is to do affidavits in the country? Those boys are ever present at the gate and would do it easily for change.

I remember a mandatory requirement back then when we entered university where every student had to do an affidavit swearing against cultism and we had to do was go to there and those boys were all over us offering to do it for us without stress as long as we paid them.

In my own opinion, a Valid Birth Certificate is sufficient but maybe they know better and I'm missing something.

cyberbro:
LOL boya you should direct your question to the embassy, tell them your opinion or protest and refuse to do it. 🕺🏽💃🏽😂

cyberbro:
LOL boya you should direct your question to the embassy, tell them your opinion or protest and refuse to do it. 🕺🏽💃🏽😂

To correct the misconception though, it doesn't apply to everyone. If you were born before December 13th 1992, yes you have to do it, but those born after that date are not required to do it provided they got their NPC birth certificate before the age of 18.

Tifay:
I was just trying the understand the reasoning, seeing as you may have more information, thats why I asked.

Also, The bolded is wrong. It is for both. You can check and confirm yourself