An apostille or authentication certificate can only be issued for the original, undamaged document or a properly notarised copy. In some cases, electronically issued documents may also be accepted, provided they meet the legal requirements for verification and authentication.
We can guide you through the process of having your documents properly prepared for an apostille or authentication, whether they are physical originals, notarised copies, or eligible electronic documents. Our services ensure your documents are correctly prepared and accepted by the DFAT (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) in Australia.
Types of Documents
Australian Government document
- birth, marriage and death certificates,
- Single Status or Record of No Result certificates
- court documents, including Divorce Certificates
- Police Criminal Record Checks or Fingerprint Reports
- Australian citizenship certificate or International Movement Record (Department of Home Affairs)
- Australian government commercial documents (e.g. ASIC, ATO or TGA documents)
- other Australian government issued documents.
Notarised document
Many documents notarised by a Notary Public in Australia. These may include:
- private documents (e.g. Power of Attorney, wills, bank statements, company documents)
- documents issued by an authorised Australian chamber of commerce and industry
- documents in a foreign language, if prepared by a Notary Public in Australia
Notarisation of Documents in Australia
In some cases, your documents may require notarisation in addition to an apostille. We can arrange for your documents to be notarised by a Public Notary in Australia, ensuring they meet all legal requirements for use overseas.
Our team makes the process simple and efficient, so you can have peace of mind knowing your documents are correctly notarised.
Contact us today for more information on notarisation services and how we can assist you with document authentication in Australia.
Australian Educational document
- Original University document,
- Notarised document of University document
- Australian TAFE document
- Australian private school and college document
NAATI Translation
The translation you submit for legalisation must include:
- the translator’s name and signature
- the official NAATI stamp, including their practitioner ID
- a short statement in English confirming it’s a ‘true and accurate translation of the original’
- the date of translation
- copy of the original document, with a signature and/or seal from the translator
If you need your documents translated by a certified NAATI translator, we can assist you. Our team ensures that your documents are accurately translated and accepted by Australian authorities and overseas organisations.
We provide professional NAATI translation services for a wide range of documents, including personal, legal, and business documents.
Contact us today to arrange your NAATI translation and make your document ready for official use in Australia or internationally.
Please note that the list of documents is indicative and not exhaustive. If your document is not listed, we encourage you to contact us, as we may still be able to provide Apostille or Authentication services for it.
Do I need an Apostille or Authentication Certificate?
The country receiving your document determines which type of certificate—apostille or authentication—they will accept. Requirements vary by country, and we are unable to advise on specific foreign regulations. For accurate guidance, please contact the appropriate authorities in the destination country.
Apostille Stamp
An apostilled document can be recognized in foreign countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Convention Treaty. View more
Authentication certificate
A document with an authentication certificate to be recognized in foreign countries that are not members of the 1961 Hague Convention Treaty requires an additional certification or legalization by the embassy or consulate of the foreign country where the document will be submitted.
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