The Personal Self Declaration Letter is a crucial document in Dutch legal and administrative practice, commonly used when formal statements about personal circumstances, qualifications, or situations are required. This document type emerged from the need for individuals to make official declarations without always requiring notarization or extensive legal procedures. It is typically used in situations where organizations, government bodies, or institutions need reliable, written confirmation of personal circumstances or facts from an individual. The document must comply with Dutch civil law requirements and often serves as a legally binding statement, with potential consequences for false declarations under Dutch Criminal Code Article 225. Common uses include employment applications, housing matters, financial applications, and government procedures, where formal confirmation of personal circumstances is required but a full notarial deed would be excessive.

1. Personal Information Block: Contains declarant's full name, address, date of birth, and any relevant identification numbers

2. Date and Location: Specific date and place where the declaration is made

3. Declaration Purpose: Clear statement of why this self-declaration is being made and its intended use

4. Main Declaration Statement: The actual declaration or statements being made, presented in clear, unambiguous language

5. Truth Statement: Standard phrase confirming that all declared information is true and accurate

6. Signature Block: Space for signature, printed name, and date of signing