Notary in Richmond upon Thames

No, there's a lot more to the role. The authentication of documents for use abroad requires an exceptionally high standard of care from a legal professional. After all, an irregularity in a legal document that can be easily rectified in the UK can have catastrophic consequences overseas: the loss of livelihood, loss of the right to do business, or even deportation.

A Notary's authentication provides reassurance for governments and officials of other nations that every care has been taken to identify the information contained in that document, prevent errors, alterations, omissions, forgery, money laundering, or the use of false identity, for example.

It will save time and expense if copies of all documents to be notarised, and any letters of instruction are sent to me by email at the earliest opportunity.

Please do not sign any documents before our meeting. Other than for the notarisation of document such as education certificates, or copies of passports, is important that the Notary witnesses the signature at the meeting.

Please do send copies of your identification (passport and proof of residential address, such as a recent bank statement or utility bill dated within the previous 3 months) so this can likewise be verified before the appointment.

At the appointment I will need you to produce your original, current passport, or driving licence with a photo, or a National Identity Card.

I will also require a utility bill, bank or credit card statement showing your current residential address; such proof of address must be no more than 3 months old.

For company instructions, I may also require copies of company documentation, such as authorising board resolutions.

To avoid delays, please ask when making the appointment what to bring with you!