Document background
The Affidavit of Solo Parent is a crucial document within the German legal system used to formally establish and verify an individual's status as a single parent. This document becomes necessary when dealing with various authorities, institutions, or organizations that require official proof of single parenthood. It is particularly relevant for accessing specific benefits, services, or legal rights available to single parents under German law. The affidavit typically includes detailed information about the parent's circumstances, the child(ren)'s details, and the nature of the sole parenting arrangement. It must be executed before a German notary and comply with the formal requirements of the German Civil Code (BGB) and Notarization Act (BeurkG). This document is often required for school registrations, benefit applications, immigration procedures, or other administrative processes where proof of single parent status is necessary.
