Can you outline the role and functions of notaries public in England, in the context of international documents acceptance? A notary public in England is a public officer appointed by the Archbishop of Canterbury, regulated by the Court of Faculties. In England, one of the primary responsibilities of a notary public is to confirm the authenticity of documents intended for use overseas. They accomplish this by validating the identity, capacity and willingness of the individual involved in the transaction. The purpose of the notarization procedure is to prevent fraud and ensure that documents are legally recognised in other countries. If they wish to purchase property in Spain, for instance, British nationals The Apostille and its Importance to International Document Legalisation In the modern legal landscape, there are a great many instances where an organisation or individual will require the authentication of a document for use overseas – a process that is often lengthy and subject to challenges. In this article, Lawyer Monthly hears from experienced notary public Mihail Florin Gavrila, who discusses the vital role played by the Apostille Convention and skilled notaries in international document legalisation. Expert Insight EXPERT INSIGHT 63 Even if a document has been notarised by a notary public, it may still require additional authentication for foreign recognition.
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