Declaration Statement
A clear attestation paragraph where the signer affirms the truthfulness of disclosed information and acknowledges penalties for false statements; frames the legal effect of the form.
Using a formal Fit Proper Declaration creates a consistent record of suitability checks, helps meet regulatory fit-and-proper requirements, and reduces ambiguity about an employee’s status. It supports auditability, defensible hiring decisions, and faster regulatory reporting when required.
The declaration is completed by the person under review and reviewed by internal compliance, HR, or a licensing authority depending on organizational policy.
Copies are retained in personnel or compliance files and may be provided to regulators on request or during inspections.
A clear attestation paragraph where the signer affirms the truthfulness of disclosed information and acknowledges penalties for false statements; frames the legal effect of the form.
Full legal name, DOB, current address, and contact details used for identity matching and as primary identifiers in personnel records.
Chronological employment, licenses, registrations, and relevant qualifications that demonstrate suitability for the role or demonstrate past regulatory compliance.
Explicit fields for criminal convictions, regulatory sanctions, insolvency, or other disqualifying matters, with space for dates and explanatory context.
Signed permissions for background checks, reference checks, and information-sharing with regulators, including any consumer disclosure required under 15 U.S.C. §7001 for consumer-facing records.
Signature block with printed name, date, and a statement confirming the signer's intent; include witness or notary lines if required by policy or law.
Copy of passport or driver’s license to verify identity and match the full legal name and DOB on the declaration.
Detailed employment and education history to corroborate dates and positions listed on the declaration.
A separate signed authorization for criminal, credit, or regulatory checks when required by employer or regulator.
Copies of professional licenses or registration certificates referenced in the employment or qualification history.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signing Method | Electronic signature via signNow |
| Authentication | Email + SMS code or ID verification |
| Routing Order | Employee → Manager → Compliance |
| Retention | Store in HR system per policy |
Ensure the chosen e-signature platform supports the authentication level, audit trail, and retention policies your organization requires.
Use platforms that provide an audit trail, tamper-evident signed documents, and retention controls; ensure HIPAA or other industry addenda are in place where required.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial, no credit card | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |