Residence Certificate
/ˈrɛzɪdəns ˈsɜːrtɪfɪkət/
Definitions
- (n.) An official document issued by a competent authority certifying a person's legal residence at a specified address or location.
She provided a residence certificate as proof of her address for the voter registration.
Forms
- residence certificate
- residence certificates
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Commentary
A residence certificate is frequently required to establish eligibility for local services or legal rights, emphasizing accuracy in the applicant's stated residence.
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