In today’s digital world, more and more official documents are being issued electronically. For Australians needing to use their documents overseas, understanding how to apostille digital documents is essential. At Apostille Australia, we specialise in providing fast, reliable, and fully compliant apostille services for digital documents, including Digital National Police Certificates issued by the AFP and Certificates of Registration issued by ASIC.

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Digital Documents and Apostilles

Traditionally, apostilles were applied to physical paper documents. However, many government bodies in Australia now issue official digital documents. Two common examples are:

1. Digital National Police Certificate (AFP) – This electronic certificate is issued directly by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and can be used for visa applications, employment, and professional licensing overseas.
2. Certificate of Registration (ASIC) – Issued electronically by the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC), this certificate confirms the registration of companies or business names and is often required for international business purposes.

Important: Apostilles for these digital documents are applied to a printed copy of the document. There is no need for notarisation, as the apostille issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) validates the authenticity of the signature and issuing authority. This ensures your documents are legally recognised in countries that are members of the Hague Convention.

Please note: The process for apostilling digital documents may vary depending on the type of document, the issuing authority, and over time as regulations or procedures change. We strongly recommend contacting us for confirmation before submitting your documents to ensure a smooth and compliant process.

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How We Apostille Digital Documents

At Apostille Australia, we make the process simple:

1. Submit your digital document – You can securely email your Digital National Police Certificate or ASIC Certificate to us.
2. Verification and processing – Our team checks the document’s authenticity and liaises with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to obtain the official apostille.
3. Delivery – You receive your apostilled digital document via email, and if required, the original can also be couriered to your address.

Our services are affordable, reliable, and fast, with prices starting from $187 per document, including DFAT fees.