The Acknowledgement of Paternity Affidavit is a crucial legal instrument in Malaysian family law, used when a father wishes to formally recognize his paternity of a child. This document is particularly relevant in cases where parents are unmarried, where the father's name was not included on the original birth certificate, or where formal documentation of paternity is required for legal or administrative purposes. The affidavit must comply with Malaysian legal requirements, including proper execution before a Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public, and may need to address both civil and Syariah law requirements depending on the parties' religious status. It contains detailed information about all parties involved, clear declarations of paternity, and must be supported by appropriate identification documents and potentially other evidence. This document has significant legal implications, affecting rights of inheritance, custody, and maintenance obligations.

1. Title and Introduction: Formal title of the document and introductory statement identifying it as an affidavit

2. Deponent Details: Full legal name, identification number (NRIC/passport), age, occupation, and current address of the person making the declaration of paternity

3. Child's Information: Full details of the child including full name, date of birth, place of birth, and birth certificate number (if already registered)

4. Mother's Information: Full details of the child's mother including full name, identification number, and current address

5. Declaration of Paternity: Clear and unequivocal statement acknowledging paternity of the child

6. Basis of Knowledge: Statement explaining the basis for claiming paternity, including relationship with the mother at the time of conception

7. Voluntary Statement: Declaration that the acknowledgment is being made voluntarily and without coercion

8. Rights and Responsibilities: Acknowledgment of understanding the legal rights and responsibilities that come with paternity

9. Verification: Statement verifying that all information provided is true and correct

10. Execution: Space for signature, date, and attestation by Commissioner for Oaths