Code of Federal Regulations Title 22. Foreign Relations § 22.92.23 Taking an affidavit

(a) Satisfy himself, as far as possible, that his notarial act will be acceptable under the laws of the jurisdiction where the affidavit is to be used (see § 92.5);

(b) Require the personal appearance of the affiant at the time the affidavit is taken;

(c) Require satisfactory identification of the affiant;  and

(d) Administer the oath to the affiant before the affiant signs the affidavit.