Why do I need to see a Notary?
You need to see a notary when you require a document to be officially verified and authenticated, usually when you are entering into a legally binding agreement in a foreign country. You may need to provide proof that you are who you are, or what you say is true, or to claim ownership of intangible assets; for example intellectual property such as a trademark, or ownership of an internet domain name.
The notary will confirm your identity and witness your signature, ensuring the document is legally valid and trustworthy abroad. This is particularly relevant for situations like buying property overseas, applying for a foreign visa, or using a power of attorney in another country. Below, hear why you might need a notary with our fun jingle!
Real Estate Forms
Often in the form of a Power of Attorney, the notary will help keep you safe, making sure you understand the full extent of what you are signing.
Business Documents
That authenticate business and commercial contracts and agreements, Memorandum and Articles of association, Minutes and Board resolutions. Documents needed when opening foreign bank account or opening branch offices.
Academic Certificates
There are so many fake certificates easily available online! A notary’s stamp on a certified copy degree certificate or professional qualification ties the document to you.
Working or Travelling abroad
For example, when a doctor or nurse takes up a post in Australia, there are lots of documents to be certified with a particular form of wording.
Power of Attorney
This multi-purpose document is signed as a Deed by the person (often termed principal, grantor, or donor) giving another person or party the right to act in the principal's place.
Additional Documents
For individuals; proof of being alive (often needed when claiming a pension) passport applications , affidavits, travel permissions for children, IRS documents for the USA.