Remote notary public, Liverpool, Wirral and Nationwide
When dealing with matters abroad, such as starting a new job, university placement or setting up a company, you may need to get your documents notarised. Sometimes we can do this digitally.
The content of my notarial certificate is similar to a paper version but the appearance and format is different. The document is signed with a QES signature. This is a secure and verifiable method of confirming who has signed the document. It is this process that allows an e-apostille to be attached to the document(s). Digital documents cannot be printed as all of the security features are embedded within the digital copy.
Can we complete the documents remotely?
It depends on what the document is. Declarations, affidavits and oaths all have to be done in person, so we couldn’t do that over Zoom for example. They can be done in person and a digital document created. Deeds need to be witnessed by a person in the same room as you, and can be remotely witnessed by a notary, but this is clearly documented.
How do we get the documents digitally notarised?
Not everything can be digitally notarised such as British birth, death or marriage certificates. If you are unsure if your document can be prepared this way, please don’t hesitate to get in touch and I can check for you.
Documents typically need to be verified, and this is usually done digitally, either by email or a third-party verification platform.
What is an e-apostille?
This is the digital version of an apostille. It is usually processed faster than the paper version and they are issued by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office. Using this method, your document is uploaded via their website, and undergoes a series of checks to ensure that the digital signature is genuine. Once done, they attach a digital certificate or 'e-apostille'.
Unfortunately, these types of documents cannot have further legalisation. I have not yet heard of an embassy or consulate that will add their own legalisation to a document, so this service would be unavailable in countries such as Egypt or Dubai.