What is the difference between a Commissioner of Oaths and a Notary Public?

A Notary Public is a specialized attorney with additional qualifications who has been admitted by the High Court. While a Commissioner of Oaths can witness simple affidavits for local use, only a Notary Public can legalise documents for international use through an Apostille or Certificate of Authentication.

Can a Notary Public notarize documents remotely?

Generally, a Notary must witness the physical signing of a document. However, we facilitate remote signing via a Special Power of Attorney for specific documents, allowing for global legalisation without the client being present in Pretoria.

Where is your Notary office located in Pretoria?

Our office is located at Office 4, Second Floor, Northern Pavilion, Loftus Versveld, Pretoria. We are conveniently situated near DIRCO and the High Court.

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