Columbus, GA · Muscogee County
SAVE Affidavit
The sworn citizenship affidavit the Columbus Consolidated Government requires with any application for a public benefit, per O.C.G.A. §50-36-1.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
This is the official Affidavit Verifying Status for a Columbus, Georgia Public Benefit Application, required under O.C.G.A. §50-36-1(e)(2) for the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act. The applicant attests to U.S. citizenship or qualified immigration status and must include a copy of a state or federal ID.
Who needs it
Anyone applying for a public benefit from the City of Columbus/Muscogee County, including most business and occupational licenses.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit must be executed under oath and its jurat completed and sworn before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the SAVE Affidavit from the Columbus Consolidated Government website.
- 2
Fill It Out
Select your citizenship/immigration status and identify your ID.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Present your ID and swear the affidavit before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized affidavit with your public benefit application to Columbus.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Columbus. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get my Columbus SAVE affidavit notarized?
- Fill out the affidavit, then book an online notary session to sign it by video with your government-issued ID.
- Do I need a notary for the SAVE affidavit?
- Yes, O.C.G.A. §50-36-1 requires this affidavit to be executed under oath before a notary public.
- What ID do I need?
- A current State Driver's License, Passport, Military ID, or other state or federal government identification.
- What if I'm a legal permanent resident?
- You may still qualify if you are 18 or older and provide the required identification; check with the city if unsure.