What Does a Notary Public Do?

A Notary Public in New Zealand is a senior partner authorised to certify documents for international use. If you’re sending paperwork overseas, a notary ensures everything is properly signed, verified, and legally recognised.

A Notary can notarise a wide range of personal documents and business & legal documents. Services also include:

• Witnessing signatures and confirming identity
• Certifying copies of documents like passports, academic records, and contracts
• Taking sworn statements (affidavits and declarations)

A Notary will apply an official Notary seal to verify their presence at the time the documents were signed (or verified). Whether you’re dealing with legal, business, or personal documents, a Notary Public helps ensure your paperwork meets international standards.