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An Affidavit For Change of Signature is a crucial legal document used when an individual needs to formally document and declare a change in their official signature. This document is particularly important in the German legal context, where signatures carry significant legal weight and must comply with strict formal requirements under the German Civil Code (BGB) and Notarization Act. The affidavit becomes necessary when individuals need to change their signature due to various circumstances such as medical conditions, style evolution, or following a name change. It serves as official proof of the signature change for banks, government agencies, and other institutions, helping prevent future authentication issues and ensuring smooth transitions in legal and financial matters. The document must be notarized and typically includes comprehensive personal information, reasons for the change, and supporting documentation to establish its legitimacy.
