Commissioner of Affidavits (COA)

Ministry of Land and Legal Affairs

Overview

A Commissioner of Affidavits is authorised to administer oaths, take affidavits, and certify legal documents. This is a part-time appointment granted by the Ministry of Land and Legal Affairs.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must:

  • Possess qualifications and/or experience in the legal field
  • Demonstrate good character and professional integrity

Application Requirements

To apply, submit the following:

Required Documents

  • Letter of Application (include preferred district)
  • Recent résumé with two (2) references
  • Copy of two (2) forms of national identification (ID/Driver’s Permit/Passport)
  • Letter of Recommendation (separate from references)

Letter Addressed To:

The Honourable (Minister’s Name)
Minister of Land and Legal Affairs
Ministry of Land and Legal Affairs
AGLA Building
Corner of Richmond and London Streets
Port of Spain.

Important Notes

  • Applicants may apply for only one position at a time

  • A Drop Box is available for this application at the following locations:

    • AGLA Tower, Government Campus Plaza
    Cor. of London & Richmond Streets, Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago
    Ground Floor, Churchill Court
    #19, #29, #29A Estate Trace, 6th Avenue Extension, Barataria