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All You Need to Know About Apostille Certification in South Africa
Comprehensive guide to apostille certification and its significance in South Africa.
Importance of High Court Apostille or DIRCO Apostille for Legal Documents
Importance of High Court Apostille or DIRCO Apostille for Legal Documents
The Difference Between High Court Apostille and DIRCO Apostille
Understand the distinctions between a High Court apostille and a DIRCO apostille.
Notary Public Services Explained
Discover the role and services provided by a Notary Public in South Africa.
Notarial Cohabitation Agreements: Understanding the Foundation for Life Partners in South Africa
Understanding notarial cohabitation agreements for life partners in South Africa.
Notarisation: Digital and Electronic Options in South Africa
Digital and Electronic Notarisation in South Africa
Which Documents are Commonly Notarised?
Although there are a wide variety of documents that can (and must) be notarised by a Notary, the most common documents include the following…
Foreign Estate Administration
It is very possible that throughout a person’s lifetime they acquire multiple assets in multiple foreign jurisdictions. Perhaps they purchased assets whilst living abroad, perhaps they used their various South African Reserve Bank allowances to make property purchases or perhaps they themselves inherited assets from non-resident family members in foreign jurisdictions.
Power of Attorney
So you find yourself in the position where you will be out of the country for a long period of time or are simply not able to manage your affairs properly i.e. due to Covid travel restrictions you cannot get to a certain place or find yourself in quarantine etc.
Police Clearance
So, you have decided that it is time for you to make a move. A change of scenery (and pace). Somewhere new where you can spread your wings. Keep in mind though that if you are looking to emigrate (whether it be for work or to study), you will require a police clearance certificate (PCC).