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The Affidavit of Cohabitation is a crucial legal instrument in Irish law used to formally establish the existence of a cohabiting relationship. This document becomes necessary when couples need to prove their living arrangements for official purposes such as immigration applications, social welfare benefits, property matters, or establishing rights under the Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010. The affidavit includes detailed information about the relationship's duration, shared living arrangements, financial interdependence, and domestic responsibilities. It must be sworn before a Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public, making it a legally binding declaration. The document's importance has grown with increasing recognition of cohabiting couples' rights in Ireland, serving as crucial evidence in various legal and administrative proceedings.

1. Opening Declaration: Formal opening stating this is an affidavit, including deponent's name and address

2. Personal Details: Full legal names, dates of birth, and current address of both partners

3. Statement of Cohabitation: Clear declaration of when cohabitation began, the address(es) where the couple has lived together, and confirmation that the relationship is continuing

4. Nature of Relationship: Description of the committed nature of the relationship and how the couple lives together as a family unit

5. Financial Interdependence: Details of shared finances, joint accounts, shared expenses, and financial commitments

6. Domestic Arrangements: Description of how household responsibilities are shared and daily life is conducted

7. Supporting Evidence: Reference to attached documents proving cohabitation (bills, lease agreements, etc.)

8. Declaration of Truth: Formal statement that all information provided is true and accurate

9. Notarization Section: Space for official notary certification and stamps