DFAT Authentication Process
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in Australia provides an authentication service for documents that need to be used overseas. The authentication process involves verifying the signature, seal, or stamp on a document to confirm that it is genuine. Here is a general outline of the process: Document Preparation: Ensure that the document […]
I’VE BEEN TOLD I NEED AN APOSTILLE. WHERE AND HOW DO I GET IT?
If you have an original document issued by an Australian government department (ie, birth certificate, marriage certificate, citizenship certificate), also known as a public document, you can obtain an apostille from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). If you have a private document (ie, power of attorney, contract) or a copy of a public document, […]
Legalisation, Authentication and Apostilles
Embassies and Consulates Documents notarised by an Australian Notary Public for use overseas may be required to be “legalised” or “authenticated”, before accepted by foreign governments or businesses. Foreign governments or businesses usually require Australian notarised documents, as well as other Australian public documents, to be either “apostilled” by the Australian government, or “legalised” by […]
FAQ about our Notary Public Services
What is a notary? Notaries are experienced lawyers appointed by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, based on their qualifications and experience. He is authorised to witness signatures and certify international documents. How do you have a document notarised? Bring the documents to our office in Bentleigh, Melbourne. If Misko needs to witness a […]