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Notarisation of Documents for Australia

If you require an apostille for Australia, the process is often simpler than many people expect. In most cases, documents that have been signed or authenticated by a UK notary public can be accepted for use in Australia without further legalisation. This can reduce both time and cost, provided the receiving authority agrees.

Legalisation and Apostille Requirements

Documents intended for use in Australia do not usually require an apostille when a UK notary public has properly notarised them. However, requirements can vary depending on the organisation or authority requesting the document. Therefore, it is always important to confirm the exact requirements with the local instructing party before proceeding.

Because rules can differ, we help clients ensure documents are correctly notarised and suitable for their intended purpose. In some situations, additional certification may still be requested. For this reason, we can advise whether an apostille for Australia is required in your specific case and guide you through the correct steps.

London Contact

Australian High Commission
Strand
London
WC2B 4LA
T.020 7379 4334
F.020 7240 5333

https://www.uk.embassy.gov.au/lhlh/home.html

Further Information

If you need more information about obtaining an apostille, please see our contact page below. You can call, text, or email us with any questions, and we will be happy to assist.


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