Ashworth Lawyers
Brisbane City Notary Public
Are you travelling, doing business overseas, or moving countries?
Our Brisbane notary public provides prompt notarial services for individuals and business clients in Brisbane City.
Do you need a Brisbane Notary Public?
Amy Soong is an experienced Brisbane criminal lawyer and founded Ashworth Lawyers in 2014.
She was also appointed as a Notary Public in 2024 and can assist with certifying, authenticating, and witnessing documents for use overseas. Appointments for notarial services are conveniently located in Brisbane City.
Amy is a Council member of The Society of Notaries of Queensland and contributes to the development of best notarial practices in Queensland.
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What is the fee for a Brisbane notary public service?
Fees for notarial services generally depend on the number and pages of the documents, together with any additional requirements, such as the preparation of a notarial certificate. For straightforward matters, such as certifying a copy of an original document or witnessing a single signature, fees generally start from $275 (including GST) per document for individuals and $385 (including GST) per document for companies.
We can also arrange for documents to be lodged with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) for an Apostille or Authentication. The fee for this service is generally $220 (including GST), with a typical turnaround time of 2 to 3 business days. As notaries are not required to book appointments with DFAT, documents can generally be processed more quickly than if clients lodge them personally.
More complex certifications, affidavits, multiple documents, or matters requiring additional review, verification, preparation, or travel may incur additional fees. We will always provide an estimate of the likely costs before your appointment so you know what to expect.
How do I book a Brisbane notary public?
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Contact us
Do you need documents certified for overseas use? Call us or send a Quick Enquiry. We will ask you details, including your documents, country of use, and any special requirements.
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Booking an Appointment
We will send to you an email confirming the details and available appoinments. We aim for same day or next business day appointments.
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Confirmation
Once you confirm your preferred appointment day and time, we will book this in. Payment can be made on the day by EFT or cash. Our friendly team are based in Brisbane City.
How do I find a Brisbane notary public?
You can find a Brisbane notary public by searching online or using Notary Locator which is a national directory of notary publics in Australia, including Queensland. You can also search for your nearest notary in Brisbane by using the directory from the Society of Notaries of Queensland.
At this time, notarisation in Queensland is only available in-person and remote witnessing of signatures is not available. However, we may be able to assist with certification of original documents by post, if the original document is made available to us.
Our notary service is available in Brisbane City. If you require travel or an off-site appointment, please contact us in advance to discuss further.
FAQ for Brisbane Notary Public
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Bring the documents you require to be certified. Please also bring any photo ID such as a passport or driver licence. If the documents are not in English, we may require them to be translated first before we can certify it.
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Usually 15 to 30 minutes.
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This depends on the document. Fees generally range between $220 to $330 including GST but varies depending on the complexity and time it takes.
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We aim for same or next day appointments. Please contact us for options.
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If your documents are being used overseas, a Justice of the Peace is usually not sufficient. Many foreign authorities, courts, banks and government departments require documents to be certified by a Notary Public in Brisbane, as a notary’s seal and signature are internationally recognised.
If you are unsure which you need, contact our office and we can guide you before you book.
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Yes. We regularly assist clients with documents for use in Singapore, India, and Italy. Different countries have different requirements, so we will ask where the document is being used and confirm what is required before your appointment.
Sometimes, additional steps such as an apostille or consular legalisation are needed which we can provide guidance on.
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Yes. As a Notary Public Brisbane, we can certify true copies of passports, driver licences and other identification documents for overseas use. You must bring the original document with you on the day so it can be properly verified.
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No. In most cases, documents must be signed in front of the Notary Public. Please bring the unsigned documents with you unless you receive legal advice otherwise.
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Yes. We assist companies with notarising commercial documents such as company resolutions, powers of attorney, contracts, shareholder documents and certificates of incorporation.
Our Brisbane City Notary Public services are suitable for both individuals and business clients requiring prompt and professional assistance.
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Yes. A Notary Public appointed in Queensland is recognised worldwide. In Queensland, notaries are experienced lawyers appointed for life, and their seal and signature are accepted by foreign courts, governments and institutions.
This is why many people specifically search for a notary public near me when dealing with overseas matters.
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We are located in Brisbane City, at Quay Central, Level 10, 95 North Quay. Our office is easily accessible for clients searching for a notary public Brisbane City or a Brisbane notary public close to the CBD.
Do I need a Notary Public in Brisbane?
A Notary Public is a special appointment, authorising a Legal Practitioner, to certify documents for use overseas. Some transactions or contracts require documents to be notarised when the document will be used in another country.
In Queensland, the notary office continues to be appointed by the Court of Faculties in England under the guidance of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Unlike other jurisdictions in other states and overseas, the appointment in Queensland is for the life of the public notary. Also, in Queensland, all notaries must be lawyers with at least ten years' experience, and their appointment is accepted worldwide.
A Notary Public has their own seal, which is affixed to documents they sign, and their signature and seal are evidence that a document has been notarised.
Their service is critical to the good administration of legal systems within the country and overseas.
Choosing an experienced, qualified and trustworthy notary for all your notarial needs is important.
Contact us.
Ashworth Lawyers
Quay Central
Level 10
95 North Quay
Brisbane City, Qld
Hours
Monday–Friday
8:30am to 5:00pm
Phone
(07) 3012 6531