What are notarial services?
Notarial services include services such as authenticating a document, certifying a copy of a document, witnessing a signature on a document or issuing a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage.
For more information on notarial services please visit http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/services/legalising-documents.html.
Please ensure that documents relating to the notarial services you require from the Australian High Commission are presented in the correct form and that you provide the correct instructions for the notarial service you require. If you are unsure of the legislative requirements relating to the notarial service you require, you should seek independent legal advice. Please note that neither the Australian Government nor the Australian High Commission guarantees the legal effectiveness of the notarised document or the accuracy of its content. Fees paid for notarial services are non-refundable.
How much are notarial services?
The High Commission in governed by the Consular Fees Act 1955 and the fees charged are stipulated therein. Fees are payable at the time of appointment using card. All payments are made in South African Rand only. Fees are reviewed monthly to reflect exchange rate variations. Current notarial fees can be accessed using the below link. Note the fees are payable per document/signature and per copy and are non-refundable.
How can I make an appointment?
Notarial services are only offered at the Australian High Commission in Pretoria and are strictly by appointment only. When making use of the Gautrain the Hatfield Station is the closest to the High Commission.
Honorary Consuls cannot perform any notarial services, however in some circumstances they may undertake preliminary activities to assist. Please contact your Honorary Consul or the High Commission for advice on notarial services.