Snellville, GA · Gwinnett County
Commercial Business License SAVE Affidavit
The U.S. Citizen/Qualified Alien Affidavit built into Snellville's Commercial Business License Packet for commercially zoned properties.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Under O.C.G.A. §50-36-1, applicants for a Snellville commercial business license must swear to their citizenship or lawful immigration status as part of the standard license packet. The affidavit must be signed and notarized before the city processes the application.
Who needs it
Business owners applying for a commercial business license in Snellville.
Why it needs a notary
The packet's affidavit section closes with a sworn-to and subscribed-before-me jurat and notary public block.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Commercial Business License Packet from Snellville's Business License page.
- 2
Complete the Packet
Fill in your business details and citizenship affidavit section.
- 3
Book Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization appointment.
- 4
Sign on Video
Show your ID and sign the affidavit before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Return the notarized packet to Snellville's Planning & Development Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Snellville. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for this affidavit?
- Yes, the citizenship affidavit in the business license packet must be sworn before a notary.
- How do I notarize this online?
- Upload the completed packet, verify your identity on video, and sign before a remote online notary.
- What ID do I need?
- A secure and verifiable document such as a driver's license, U.S. passport, or military ID is required.
- Do I need a Certificate of Occupancy too?
- Snellville coordinates fire inspections with Gwinnett County; check with the city if unsure what else your business needs.