Notary Public Services Sydney
We provide essential notary services to individuals & businesses across Sydney & NSW.
Industry-leading notary expertise in Sydney CBD.
If you have a document that needs notarising or witnessing – including urgent same-day cases - get in touch with Betar Lawyers.
Justin Betar, Principal of Betar Lawyers, is an appointed Notary Public with over two decades of notary expertise.
One of Sydney’s top ‘go-to’ notaries, he has the internationally-recognised authority to witness signatures and authenticate documents, including those for overseas use.
Notary services for private & corporate documents
Betar Lawyers can help with all your notary and documentation needs from our office in Sydney CBD.
From authentication and witnessing, foreign property purchasing and overseas estates to a stress-free process for document validity. Wherever you are located, Justin Betar is happy to attend to you.
Our services include:
personal notary services
For personal transactions, property and estate planning matters.
Justin Betar will help you understand the notarisation process that you need, providing a tailored and expert service that makes notarisation simple, seamless and easy.
Corporate Notary services
For business transactions and operations.
Justin’s extensive corporate notarisation expertise ensures your documents are in safe, professional hands. We understand the importance of getting these documents right for your international business activities. Justin has extensive experience with Civil Law countries and China, with specialist experience dealing with documents for China and appeared in Court as a Notary in Beijing for clients.
International notary services
For documents for use abroad.
Justin provides full-service end-to-end legalisation, authentication and Apostille arrangements, to ensure your documents are recognised according to the individual requirements of your receiving country.
Urgent notary services
For last-minute and complex notary cases.
We specialise in urgent notary cases. We can provide notary services by appointment after hours, or at your place of business in Sydney CBD.
Just call us on (02) 9279 1100 to make an urgent appointment.
About Justin Betar
President of the Society of Notaries in NSW, Justin personally handles all our personal and corporate notary work, starting with understanding your requirements so your documents are notarised, authenticated and validated quickly and easily.
He will help you understand the process and what’s involved, providing tailored notary expertise and support.
Justin is an Executive Governor and Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Notaries and an individual Member of the International Union of Notaries.
Notary Services FAQs
+ What is a Notary?
A Notary is a specially-qualified practicing lawyer who has the authority to witness signatures, administer oaths and prepare and certify documents under their own official seal, for use anywhere in the world.
+ What does notarising a document mean?
Notarisation of documents is when a Notary attests to the authenticity of documents and signatures, so they can be recognised internationally. It involves preparing a Notary Certificate, affixing the Notary Seal, unique to each Notary, which is attached to the document for production abroad.
+ What does a Notary do?
A Notary’s Commission has the internationally-recognised power to:
- Prepare, attest and certify deeds and other documents
- Authenticate the execution of documents
- Verify copy documents
- Administrator oaths and take declarations
- Provide certificates of law
- Witness document signing
- Verify documents prepared in Australia for use abroad
+ Why do I need to notarise a document?
If you have a document that needs to be recognised abroad (outside of Australia) – such as an education certificate, probate documents, evidence of identity – or you need your signature witnessed when signing a document, such as a property deed, or a corporate document, you will need the help of a Notary.
Notary services are required when documents involve an international element or need to be valid overseas. Document notarisation ensures documents are valid inside and outside of Australia, in the countries where they will be used.
A Notary is also needed for:
- Verifying copies of original documents
- Authentication of documents as genuine
- Notarial Certificates
- Statutory declarations, affidavits and administration of oaths
+ What documents need notarising?
Commonly notarised documents include:
- Powers of Attorney
- Intellectual property documents
- Inheritance documents, such as probate parchments
- Travel authorisation for children
- Contracts and documents relating to overseas property
- Copies of personal documents such as educational certificates
- Affidavits and declarations
- Commercial and investments documents
- Certificate of “good standing” of companies
- Resolutions and other company documents
+ What does notarisation involve?
Notarisation involves preparing a special certificate called a Notary Public Certificate (or Notary Certificate) which is bound to your document or printed on the reverse side of the page; each page is individually signed and sealed by the Notary.
+ How long does document notarisation take?
We will notarise your documentation immediately, if possible, at your appointment. We can also arrange same-day notarisation for urgent cases, including at your place of business for convenience. Visit our Notary process page to learn more about what to expect at your appointment. Call us on (02) 9279 1100 to make an appointment.
+ What’s the difference between a Notary and a Justice of the Peace?
A Justice of the Peace is only able to certify and witness documents that will be used in Australia. A Notary Public, however, is recognised internationally and has the authority to certify and witness documents that will be used anywhere in the world.
+ Can you notarise foreign language documents?
Yes, however we may request translation of the document into English, depending on the type of notary service required. Call our office to discuss your documentation as a first step on (02) 9279 1100 and we will advise the process for your needs.
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“Thanks to you and your team for the effort you put into notarising my Power of Attorney in a very short time frame.
You understood the urgency of the issue and ensured the completed documents were attested and sent to me overseas in a very efficient manner.”
Notary Public costs
In NSW Notarial fees are determined by a recommended fee schedule. Some charges are on a time basis and therefore the cost will depend on the time spent performing the notarial service.
We will give you a detailed fee estimate upfront for the Notary services you require, with full disclosure of all the associated costs and expenses, so you know what you are paying in advance.
All our work is backed by our Value Guarantee, our promise of exceptional service.
Book your Notary appointment now
Contact Justin Betar to discuss your notary requirements on +61 (0)2 9279 1100 or book a consultation online now.