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Notarizations

Whether signature or document – notarization confirms authenticity. Many documents can only be used in notarized form, especially in land register proceedings or vis-à-vis the commercial register. If your document is to be used abroad, we will also take care of apostille or legalization so that it is recognized everywhere.

Your notary for certifications, apostilles and legalizations

Notarization ensures legal certainty by confirming that a signature actually originates from the person concerned or that a copy matches the original document. Notarized documents are often required for authorities, courts or international transactions.

An apostille or legalization is often required for the use of a document abroad. The apostille simplifies international recognition within the member states of the Hague Convention, while legalization may be required for other countries.

We provide you with reliable support for legalization and take care of all other necessary steps so that your documents can also be used internationally.

Our notarial services for certifications

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Apostilles and legalizations for international legal transactions

Apostilles facilitate international recognition in member states of the Hague Convention. Legalization may be required for other countries.

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Notarization of copies

I certify the conformity of copies with the original – for example for certificates or other documents.

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Authentication of signatures

I certify the authenticity of your signature – whether for powers of attorney, commercial register applications or authorizations.

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Frequently asked questions

Notarization is required in numerous situations where it must be ensured that a signature is authentic or that a copy matches the original. This may be the case for powers of attorney or for applications to state registers.

When notarizing a signature, the notary confirms the authenticity of a signature. Notarization is an independent procedure for declarations of intent, especially for contracts between several people. Legislation prescribes notarization for particularly important declarations such as in the context of property purchase agreements, marriage contracts, wills or business start-ups. In addition, the text is read out by the notary during notarization.

If a document is to be used abroad, an apostille (for Hague Convention countries) or legalization (for other countries) may be required.

No, the original document must be presented for the certification of a copy in order to confirm conformity.

The processing time varies depending on the authority and country. We will take care of the entire process and inform you of the expected duration.

Our notarial services

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