Notary Services for Individuals
I offer a variety of services to individuals, mainly focusing on the authentication and certification of documents for use abroad. Here is a list of services that a I provide:
1.Authenticating Documents for International Use
- Notarisation:Verifying signatures on documents to ensure their authenticity, especially for international use.
- Apostille Services:Assisting in obtaining an apostille from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) for documents that will be used in countries that are part of the Hague Convention.
- Legalisation:Helping with the legalisation process for documents that need further verification from embassies or consulates of non-Hague Convention countries.
2.Certification of Copies
- Certified Copies of Documents:Creating certified copies of original documents such as passports, educational certificates, and legal documents for use abroad.
- True Copy Certification:Confirming that a copy of a document is a true and accurate copy of the original.
3.Witnessing Signatures
- Witnessing Execution of Documents:Attesting to the signing of legal documents, including deeds, affidavits, and statutory declarations.
- Power of Attorney:Certifying the execution of powers of attorney, particularly those intended for use in foreign jurisdictions.
4.Preparation and Certification of Affidavits and Declarations
- Affidavits:Drafting and notarising affidavits for international legal matters.
- Statutory Declarations:Preparing and certifying statutory declarations for a variety of purposes.
5.Property Transactions
- Overseas Property Transactions:Assisting with documentation and certification required for purchasing or selling property abroad.
6.Translation Services
- Certified Translations:Arranging for the translation and certification of documents into foreign languages, ensuring accuracy and authenticity.
7.Verification of Identity
- Identity Verification:Confirming the identity of individuals involved in legal or financial transactions requiring notarisation.
8.Miscellaneous Services
- Change of Name Deeds:Preparing and notarising deeds for changing names.
- Adoption Papers:Certifying documents related to international adoptions.
- Visa Applications:Notarising documents required for visa applications, including sponsorship declarations.