Hiram, GA · Paulding County
Verification of Lawful Presence (SAVE) Affidavit
The sworn citizenship affidavit Hiram requires with every certificate or license 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 City of Hiram's Verification of Lawful Presence Affidavit, required under O.C.G.A. §50-36-1(e)(2) for any applicant seeking a certificate or license considered a public benefit. The applicant attests to citizenship, legal permanent residency, or qualified alien status and must provide a secure and verifiable document.
Who needs it
Anyone applying for a business license, occupational tax certificate, or other public-benefit certificate or license from the City of Hiram.
Why it needs a notary
Georgia law requires this affidavit to be executed under oath, and the form's jurat must be completed and sworn before a notary public along with a secure and verifiable ID.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the SAVE Affidavit from the City of Hiram website.
- 2
Fill It Out
Select your status and identify your secure and verifiable document.
- 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 license or certificate application to Hiram.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Hiram. 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 Hiram SAVE affidavit notarized?
- Fill out the affidavit, then book an online notary session to sign it by video with your secure and verifiable 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 is a secure and verifiable document?
- A government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or passport, as required by O.C.G.A. §50-36-1(e)(1).
- What if I'm not a U.S. citizen?
- You may still qualify as a legal permanent resident or qualified alien; check with the city if unsure which box to check.