Power of Attorney Notarisation
Power of Attorney Notarisation Services Pretoria | Johannesburg
A Power of Attorney is one of the most commonly notarised legal documents used for international matters. It authorises another person, company, attorney, or representative to act on your behalf in legal, financial, property, immigration, or administrative matters.
At Notarial Services by Global Apostille, we provide professional drafting, notarisation, authentication, and apostille services for Powers of Attorney in Pretoria and Johannesburg. Our team assists individuals, businesses, and international clients who require legally recognised documentation for use abroad. Whether you are selling property overseas, appointing a representative for legal proceedings, authorising a family member to act on your behalf, or handling international business transactions, we ensure your Power of Attorney is correctly prepared and fully compliant with South African and international legal requirements.
What is a Notarised Power of Attorney?
A notarised Power of Attorney is a legal document signed in the presence of a Notary Public. The Notary Public verifies the identity of the signatory, witnesses the signature, and confirms that the document was signed voluntarily.
Once notarised, the document may also require:
- High Court Apostille
- DIRCO Apostille
- Embassy Legalisation
- Certified Translation
depending on the country where the document will be used.
Types of Power of Attorney We Assist With
We regularly prepare and notarise:
- General Powers of Attorney
- Special Powers of Attorney
- Property Transfer Powers of Attorney
- Vehicle Registration Authorisations
- Immigration Powers of Attorney
- Business and Corporate Powers of Attorney
- Banking and Financial Authorisations
- Litigation and Legal Representation Documents
Power of Attorney Overview
When is a Power of Attorney Required?
A notarised Power of Attorney is commonly required when:
- You are outside South Africa and need someone to act for you
- Buying or selling property overseas
- Handling deceased estate matters
- Appointing legal representatives abroad
- Managing company matters internationally
- Opening bank accounts overseas
Many foreign authorities will reject Powers of Attorney that are not notarised and apostilled correctly.
Why Proper Notarisation Matters
Incorrectly drafted or improperly notarised Powers of Attorney often result in:
- Rejection by foreign authorities
- Delays in property transactions
- Banking complications
- Immigration processing delays
- Legal disputes regarding authority
Our Pretoria and Johannesburg notary team ensures your documents are prepared correctly the first time.
Power of Attorney Notarisation Process
01.
Step One: Send Your Draft or Requirements
Email us your draft document or explain what authority is required.
02.
Step Two: Document Review
We assess whether your document requires:
- Notarisation
- Apostille
- Translation
- Embassy legalisation
03.
Step Three: Notary Appointment
The document is signed before a qualified Notary Public.
04.
Step Four: : Apostille or Legalisation
If required, we submit the document for:
- High Court Apostille
- DIRCO Apostille
- Embassy authentication
Turnaround Time, and costs:
Service | Price (excl VAT) | Estimated Timing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
DIRCO Apostille (Applying in South Africa) | R1300 per document | 3–5 Days | DIRCO appointment; Pretoria fastest submission. |
DIRCO Apostille (Apply From Abroad) | R1300 per document | 3–5 Days | High-priority queue for urgent visas/employment. |
High Court Apostille (excl Notary) | R650 per document | 1–2 working days | Same-day possible with walk-in. |
Notarisation (Notary Public) | R650 per page | 1–2 working days | |
Embassy Attestation | R1,700 + embassy fees | 1–3 working days | Varies by country |
Sworn Translation (add-on) | R500 per page | 1 working day | French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Afrikaans. |
Nationwide Assistance
Our notarisation services is intended for clients based in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Sandton, Centurion, Midrand, and surrounding Gauteng areas.
International Compliance
We ensure your documents comply with international legalisation requirements and Hague Convention standards.
Fast Turnaround Times
We offer some of the quickest turnaround times for selected all services. Priority services is at the core of our process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our notary public services, including requirements, turnaround times, and what to expect during the notarisation process.
Yes. Most foreign authorities require Powers of Attorney to be notarised before international use.
Some countries accept scanned copies initially, but originals are usually required for final submission.
If the document will be used in a Hague Convention country, apostille certification is usually required.
Yes. We assist with drafting legally compliant Powers of Attorney.
Yes. We offer secure local and international courier delivery.