Affidavit to change a phone number on Ardhisasa

What Is an Affidavit for Change or Verification of Phone Number on Ardhisasa?

An affidavit for change or verification of phone number on Ardhisasa is a sworn legal statement made by the account holder confirming that:

1. They are the lawful holder of the Ardhisasa account.
2. The phone number currently captured on Ardhisasa belongs to them or was previously used by them.
3. The new phone number they wish to update on Ardhisasa also belongs to them.
4. Both numbers identify or relate to the same person.
5. The request for change is genuine and not intended to mislead, impersonate, or interfere with another person’s land records.

The affidavit helps the relevant officers verify that the account holder is the same person connected to both the existing and proposed phone numbers.

Why You May Need This Affidavit

You may be asked to provide this affidavit where:

• You no longer have access to the phone number registered on Ardhisasa.
• Your SIM card was lost, damaged, blocked, or deactivated.
• The number captured on Ardhisasa contains an error.
• You changed your mobile number after registering your Ardhisasa account.
• The number linked to your Ardhisasa account differs from the number used in your current support ticket.
• You need to confirm that the old number and the new number belong to the same person.
• You are unable to receive OTP messages on the old number.

his affidavit is especially important because Ardhisasa is an official digital land services platform used to access land information and lodge applications for services offered by the Ministry of Lands and the National Land Commission.

What Information Should Be Included in the Affidavit?

The affidavit should clearly state the following details:

• Your full legal name as it appears on your National Identity Card or passport.
• Your ID number or passport number.
• Your Ardhisasa account details, where applicable.
• The phone number currently captured on Ardhisasa.
• The phone number indicated on the Ardhisasa support ticket, if different or relevant.
• The new phone number you wish to use on Ardhisasa.A clear statement that the current number and the new number refer to the same person.
• The reason for changing or correcting the number
• A declaration that the information provided is true.
• Your signature.
• The date and place where the affidavit is sworn.
• The stamp and signature of a Commissioner for Oaths, Advocate, Magistrate, or Notary Public.
• The most important part is consistency. The phone number currently on Ardhisasa, the phone number stated on the support ticket, and the phone number stated in the affidavit must match the details you are asking Ardhisasa to act upon.

Documents Required to Prepare the Affidavit

To prepare the affidavit, you should have:

1. A copy of your National Identity Card or passport.
2. Your KRA PIN, where applicable.
3. The phone number currently appearing on your Ardhisasa account.
4. The new phone number you wish to update.
5. Evidence of ownership or use of the new number, where available.
6. A screenshot or reference number of the Ardhisasa ticket, if one has already been raised.
7. Any communication from Ardhisasa requesting the affidavit.

Where possible, carry the original ID or passport when swearing the affidavit.

The affidavit can usually be prepared and sworn on the same day, provided you have all the required details and identification documents.

However, the time taken by Ardhisasa to process the change may vary depending on the nature of the issue, completeness of your submission, and internal verification requirements.