To prevent fraud, notarization is the first step in certifying a document’s authenticity and proper execution. It is the first step, in which a notary certifies the document in a specific way, depending on what is required. To prove the identity of the person signing the document, they might certify their signature.
What Is the Process for Notarizing a Document in South Africa?
The South African Police Service (SAPS) can often notarise legal documents for free. Contact your nearest SAPS station for more information on how to notarize your documents. Furthermore, you can notarize documents through the services of a notary public.
Does a Notary Serve as an Official of the Court?
As a practising attorney, a Notary Public has additional qualifications and has been admitted by the High Court. A Notary Public has additional powers to execute, attest to, and certify specialised documents. Among lawyers, Notaries are highly trusted and ethical.
Are Notarized Documents Legally Binding?
A notarized document is legally binding, but it is possible to challenge a notarised will. The notarized document may also be revoked or invalidated if the notary seal has expired. On top of that, if the notary stamp impression is too light or too dark, or if it is smudged or incomplete, then the notarization act may be rejected or revoked.
How Do I Notarize a Document in South Africa?
A South African Notary Public must sign and stamp original documents in their presence to act as Notaries Public, and they must affix an authentication certificate, which consists of their signature, stamp, and seal.
If you need help notarizing a document from abroad, then let Doc Assist help. We can legalise, apostille, authenticate and notarise South African documents destined for international use. For more information, feel free to contact us.
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