Notary Public Southampton

notary public Southampton

I am a Notary Public based in Southampton. I act for clients from Southampton, Winchester, Portsmouth, Fareham – in fact from all parts of Hampshire.

I can offer appointments at our offices in Southampton or by prior arrangement elsewhere. I can also offer appointments by prior arrangement at our office in Winchester.

Please contact me for a fee quote.

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What is a Notary Public?
Notary services
Foreign Languages
What is Legalisation or Apostille?
What identification does a Notary Public require?
What does it cost?
Qualifying as a Notary
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What is a Notary Public?

A Notary Public is a qualified legal professional authorised to certify, authenticate, and legalise documents for use both in the UK and internationally. In many cases, a Notary can also arrange for further legalisation, including obtaining an Apostille where required. Notarial services are typically needed when documents are intended for use overseas, as the Notary’s signature and official seal confirm to foreign authorities that all necessary checks have been properly carried out.

Whether a Notary Public is required depends on the specific requirements of the country where the document will be used. Different jurisdictions have their own rules regarding documentation and verification. For instance, if you are purchasing property abroad, you may need to appoint a lawyer in that country to act on your behalf. This is commonly done through a Power of Attorney, which must be signed in the presence of a Notary.

In such cases, the Notary Public will verify your identity, ensure that you understand the document you are signing, and confirm that you are signing it willingly. The document is then signed, certified, and sealed with the Notary’s official seal, making it acceptable for use in the relevant foreign jurisdiction.

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Notary Services

You may need the assistance of a Notary Public for a variety of matters, particularly where documents are intended for use overseas. Common reasons include:

A Notary Public ensures that these documents are properly verified and prepared in accordance with the requirements of the relevant foreign authorities.

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Foreign Languages

Documents presented to a Notary are often in a foreign language. In such cases, the Notary must be satisfied that both they and the client clearly understand the nature and effect of the document. However, a Notary does not typically provide advice on the legal meaning or implications of the document or the underlying transaction. For this reason, it is important that clients provide the Notary with any relevant correspondence or guidance they have received from other professionals.

A Notary Public may also be referred to by different titles in other jurisdictions, such as Notario Publico, Notaio, Notario, Notar, or Notaire.

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What is Legalisation or Apostille?

In many cases, once a document has been notarised, it must be further certified to confirm the authenticity of the Notary’s signature and seal. This additional step is carried out by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, depending on the requirements of the country where the document will be used.

This process, known as legalisation, involves attaching an official certificate called an Apostille to the document. The Apostille verifies that the Notary is properly authorised and that their signature is genuine. Apostilles are internationally recognised under the terms of the Hague Convention, allowing documents to be accepted in participating countries without further certification.

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What identification does a Notary Public require?

What Identification Does a Notary Public Require?

Under the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, Notaries are required to obtain and retain evidence of both the identity and address of every client before carrying out any notarial work. Each individual whose signature is to be certified must present an original form of identification at the time of their appointment. Acceptable documents include:

In addition, proof of address is required. This must also be an original document, such as:

Where a Notary Public is acting on behalf of a company or other organisation, evidence confirming the entity’s legal status is also required. Suitable documents may include:

In all cases, each individual signing on behalf of the organisation must also provide their own personal identification as outlined above.

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How much does Notarisation cost?

How Much Does Notarisation Cost?

An initial estimate of fees can usually be provided in advance. To give an accurate quotation, we will need some basic information about your requirements, including:

Providing these details helps ensure that we can give you a clear and accurate indication of the likely costs.

Please visit the contact me page to obtain a quotation.

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Qualifying as a Notary

A common question is how one becomes a Notary Public. The process is rigorous and designed to ensure high professional standards. A law degree is an ideal starting point, although it is not the only route. Under the Notaries (Qualification) Rules 2017, applicants must be of good character and meet specific eligibility criteria.

These requirements include being at least 21 years of age, satisfying the prescribed qualification rules, and taking both the oath of allegiance and the oath required under Section 7 of the Public Notaries Act 1843. In most cases, applicants are also qualified legal professionals—such as solicitors of the Senior Courts of England and Wales, barristers, Chartered Legal Executives—or hold a recognised law degree.

It is therefore unsurprising that the majority of Notaries are also practising solicitors, with over 90% coming from this background. Those who already hold a law degree and the Legal Practice Course (LPC), or have relevant legal training, may apply to the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury for exemptions from certain core subjects.

Following this, applicants must complete the Diploma in Notarial Practice, a specialised two-year course delivered through distance learning by institutions such as University College London (UCL). The course typically covers Private International Law and Roman Law in the first year, followed by Notarial Practice in the second year.

After qualification, newly appointed Notaries are required to undergo a period of supervised practice. As outlined by The Notaries Society, this supervision usually lasts for the first two to three years and involves working under the guidance of an experienced Notary. This requirement helps maintain high professional standards and ensures that newly qualified Notaries develop the necessary practical skills and expertise.

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