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Affidavit of Civil Status

This is an affidavit sworn to by the applicant regarding his/her marital status and is only available to U.S. citizens.  Dutch authorities may ask you for this document to prove your unmarried status when, for example, registering in The Netherlands for a residence permit or when getting married.

You must make an appointment and come in person to American Consulate in Amsterdam and bring:

1. The Affidavit of Civil Status filled out, but UNSIGNED.  You will sign in the presence of the consular officer.

2. Your valid U.S. passport.

3. The appropriate notary fee.

You may also be required to have the completed Affidavit legalized.  This must be done at :
          Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken [Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs]
          Afdeling Legalisatie [Legalization Department]
          Bezuidenhoutseweg 67 [P.O. Box 20061]
          2500 EB The Hague
          Telephone : (070) 348 4787