if you have been asked to get a document notarised, certified as a true copy or sworn in the presence of a Notary Public, we can help you today. Call us on 0141 628 5544 or info@weirlaw.co.uk or make a free enquiry.
We have experience dealing with most documents requiring notarial attention: from foreign powers of attorney to Scottish divorce affidavits; from certifying academic qualifications to countersigning Passport application forms.
If you fit into any of the following categories, you are likely to need the assistance of our Notary Public, who is registered with the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
- If you’re doing business overseas
- If you’re getting married outside the UK
- If you’re buying property in Europe or the rest of the world
- If you’re the executor of a will that includes property overseas
- If you want to certify academic qualifications and passports
- If you require documents for opening a bank account abroad
- If you need to certify power of attorney
- If you’re swearing affidavits or taking a legally-binding oath.
Whatever your needs, we can help you within minutes of making contact.
What is a Notary Public?
A notary public is typically a legally qualified individual who holds an internationally recognised status that permits the official certification of a broad range of documents.
The smooth-running of many straightforward matters – such as a house purchase or sale, marriage abroad or the completion of foreign legal papers – can be delayed by the requirement of a notarial signature.
“We required a notary to complete a power of attorney for our Spanish Lawyer. Tim was excellent: very flexible in arranging appointments at short notice, professional in actually adding required information that our original document was missing, and guiding us through the whole process. Would have no hesitancy in recommending.”
What is an Apostille?
An Apostille is an official, government-issued certificate attached to a document that has been certified as a true copy by a Notary Public.
The purpose of an Apostille is to verify that the document produced is legally valid when presented in other countries who are members of the Hague Apostille Convention.
Some countries require an Apostille, while others do not. Typically, European and South American countries will require the Apostille. Commonwealth countries or former colonies do not. It is always advisable to ask the agency/organisation involved if an Apostille is required.
“We required a notary to complete a power of attorney for our Spanish Lawyer. Tim was excellent: very flexible in arranging appointments at short notice, professional in actually adding required information that our original document was missing, and guiding us through the whole process. Would have no hesitancy in recommending.”
What should I bring with me when meeting the Notary Public?
We will always need to see your original, valid photographic I.D. document (e.g. Passport, photographic Driver's Licence, etc.), the original documents to be countersigned or certified, as well as any instructions provided to you regarding the particular wording to be used on the documents.
If copy documents are being authenticated, then the original document must always be produced. Depending on the transaction, other documents may be needed and we will discuss this with you in full before any scheduled meeting.
To make an appointment today, or to discuss the process in more detail, call us on 0141 628 5544 or email us at info@weirlaw.co.uk
How soon can I make an appointment?
Depending on our availability, we can usually meet with you on the same day to take care of all documents requiring immediate attention. If you have been asked to obtain an "Apostille", we can guide you through that process too.
If you have documents needing the signature of a notary public, commissioner of oaths or other official, contact us today on 0141 628 5544 to make an appointment, or email us now at info@weirlaw.co.uk. You can also send us a Free Online Enquiry.
