Guides
Guides to notary documents and authentication
Plain-language guides to notarisation, apostilles under the Australia Apostille Convention, certified copies, witnessed signatures, and documents for use overseas.
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Certified copies
When you need a notary to certify a true copy of an original.
Apostille pathway
Australia Apostille Convention and preparing documents for Hague member countries.
Witnessing signatures
Signature witnessed and witnessed by signature for local or overseas use.
NSW notary public fees
How much notarial services cost under the Society of Notaries NSW guide.
Common notary documents
Typical notary documents and notary confirmation for overseas use.
Power of attorney
Notarising powers of attorney for use overseas.
Affidavits
Sworn statements before a notary public.
Australian academic documents
Australian degrees, testamurs and academic records for overseas use.
Corporate documents
Company resolutions and commercial instruments.
Certificate of good standing
Company good standing certificates for overseas use.
Statement of same person
When names differ across passports or IDs for overseas use.
Declaration of residence
Confirming your residential address for visa or official use.
Other notarial matters
Non-standard certificates and complex matters.