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What is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is a qualified lawyer in New South Wales who is appointed by the Supreme Court in accordance with the Public Notaries Act 1997 (NSW) and the Public Notaries Appointment Rules 1998. To become a Notary Public, applicants must have at least 5 years of experience as a lawyer, complete the required Notarial Practice Course, and apply through the Legal Profession Admission Board. Once appointed, the Notary's name is added to the Roll of Public Notaries maintained by the Board.
Legalisation Of The Notary's Signature
Documents intended for international dispatch may necessitate the certification of the Notary's signature and seal by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). After DFAT has issued its certificate and affixed it to the Public Notary Certificate, it may need to be validated by the Consulate or Embassy of the foreign country to which it is being sent. The Consulate or Embassy is essentially confirming the accuracy of the Australian Government's seal and signature on the document.
Numerous countries, including Australia, are parties to an agreement that eliminates the need for both authentication and subsequent certification by the Consulate. Member countries issue an "Apostille," which reduces time and costs for the client. The Apostille is a declaration attesting to the Notary's signature and consists of a large stamp affixed to the Notary's signed document. Under The Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents of 1961, DFAT is the authorized body to affix the Apostille in Australia.
Numerous countries, including Australia, are parties to an agreement that eliminates the need for both authentication and subsequent certification by the Consulate. Member countries issue an "Apostille," which reduces time and costs for the client. The Apostille is a declaration attesting to the Notary's signature and consists of a large stamp affixed to the Notary's signed document. Under The Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents of 1961, DFAT is the authorized body to affix the Apostille in Australia.
What are Notarial Functions?
- Authenticating official, government, and personal documents and information for international use;
- Witnessing the signatures of individuals on documents, and verifying their identity;
- Notaries also witness powers of attorney for overseas use and prepare them;
- Certify true copies of documents for international use;
- Witness documents and authenticate status and transactions for corporations and businesses;
- Handle documentation related to land, property, and deceased estates overseas.
Additionally, Notarial functions may involve preparation of legal documents. In their capacity as a lawyer, the Notary is adequately qualified to fulfill these legal tasks for the client, in addition to performing their notarial function.