If a British citizen is of Indian origin they may make frequent trips to the country for personal and business purposes. Travel to India usually involves a visa application for each visit, which can be incredibly time consuming. However, people of Indian origin have an alternative option: an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card. The […]
When UK residents buy or sell property abroad, they often want to deal with the legal aspects of the sale from home. So, they give power of attorney to a lawyer who practices in the country they plan to do business in. In order for this power to be legally transferred, the services of a […]
If UK residents want to work abroad, in a country that is not a member of the EU, they will almost certainly need to obtain a visa. Verification of academic qualifications is often required as part of the visa application, which means seeking the services of a notary public. What is the notarisation of academic […]
Notary vs Solicitor Solicitors are generally the broadest representatives of the legal profession. A solicitor will offer a wide variety of services to their clients, ranging from criminal law to conveyancing, typically within the legal framework of their country of residence. A notary, on the other hand, focuses on one specialised area of the legal […]
A common question among the public, and potential clients, is ‘when would I need a notary?’ The role is not always well understood among members of the public; it is often confused with the role of a solicitor, but they are two very distinct positions. In many circumstances involving points of international law, a notary, […]
Notaries are the oldest branch of the legal profession and an important part of the United Kingdom’s legal system. They perform a range of essential duties, the most significant of which is the certification and authentication of documents. They can also practise as solicitors, fulfil the functions of a Commissioner for Oaths and carry out […]
Why Are Notaries Important for International Transactions? Notaries are integral to the smooth functioning of international legal and financial transactions. In many countries, legal documents must be notarised to be accepted as valid. This means they need to be reviewed, certified, and authenticated by a notary public. This service ensures that documents are prepared according […]
