Stages of a notarial transaction
Every notarial matter is different, nevertheless certain elements are the same; stages of your transaction are
- Receiving and reviewing of your instructions
- Confirmation of what needs to be done; for example, any background checks or additional processing such as translation, or obtaining an Apostille from the Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office or embassy stamp – this process is often called legalisation.
- Providing you with an estimate of costs and likely timescales
- Arranging a mutually convenient meeting time where: your identity is verified and that you understand the content of the documents to be notarised. Also, particularly when signing on behalf of a company, that you have the authority (sometime called capacity) to sign the documents
- You will be asked to confirm acceptance of the notary’s terms of service and data protection polices
- Drafting a notarial certificate as necessary, affixing the notarial stamp to the documents
- Advising on or arranging any further processing as necessary
- If necessary, arranging for documents to be returned to you or forwarded onwards
- The Notary will provide you with a copy of your notarised documents if required.