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Serving clients Australia-wide and overseas

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Authentication
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Apostille

Need an Apostille from DFAT? We attend DFAT daily for clients - no appointment required

Price

$200 plus the $98 DFAT fee
Additional documents are $100 each plus DFAT fees
All our prices are in AUD and include GST
Please note that additional fees apply to ASIC documents, Court documents, Divorce Orders, NAATI translated documents and documents already Notarised by a Notary Public

Timeframe

We attend DFAT daily for clients
DFAT is the only body in Australia that is authorised to issue Apostilles
The current DFAT processing time for an Apostille is within 3 business days

Express Delivery

Includes express postage of your Apostilled document anywhere in Australia
Prefer the Apostilled document to be sent overseas? We can arrange that too
Choose to receive a PDF of the document by email as soon as it is Apostilled

Need your document Notarised first?

We can have your document Notarised by our Notary Public
Simply add the notarisation service in the booking form
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Authentication

Need an Authentication Certificate from DFAT? We attend DFAT daily for clients - no appointment required‍

Price

$200 for the first document plus the $98 DFAT fee
Additional documents are $100 each plus DFAT fees
All of our prices are in AUD and include GST
Please note that additional fees apply to ASIC documents, Court documents, NAATI translated documents and documents already Notarised by a Notary Public

Timeframe

We attend DFAT daily for clients
DFAT is the only body in Australia that is authorised to issue Apostilles
The current DFAT processing time for an Apostille is up to 3 business days

Express Delivery

Includes express postage of your Apostilled document anywhere in Australia
Prefer the document to be sent overseas? We can arrange that too
Choose to receive a PDF of the document by email as soon as it is Authenticated

Need your document Notarised first?

We can have your document Notarised by our Notary Public
Simply add this service in the booking form
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Notary Public

Our Notary Public can notarise a wide range of personal and ASIC documents‍

Price

$120 for the first document (when booked with an Apostille or Authentication)
$200 for the first document (when booked as Notary only)
Additional documents are $120 each
All our prices are in AUD and include GST
Please note that additional fees apply to some document types. Please refer to the booking platform for more details.
Please kindly note that we are not able to notarise documents where you are required to sign the document

Express Delivery

Includes express delivery of your Notarised document anywhere in Australia
Prefer the document to be sent overseas? We can arrange that too
Choose to receive a PDF of the document by email as soon as it is Notarised

Need an Apostille or Authentication from DFAT?

We can have your document Apostilled or Authenticated by DFAT, fast
Simply add this service in the booking form

Witnessing

Please note that we do not currently provide witnessing services (notarisation of documents where the client is required to sign the document).

Australian Notary Publics are unable to witness the signing of documents electronically. Signing of documents must be completed in the physical presence of a Notary Public in your area.

Embassy Attestation

We provide Embassy attestation for the United Arab Emirates only‍
$200 for the first document including GST plus the UAE Embassy document fee
$50 for each additional document plus the UAE Embassy document fees
We manage the process from start to finish
We will have your documents Attested by the UAE Embassy ASAP

Timeframe

7-9 business days from DFAT Authentication

Express Delivery

Includes express delivery of your Attested document anywhere in Australia
Prefer the document to be sent overseas? We can arrange that too
You can choose to receive a PDF of the document by email as soon as it is Attested

+ Notary Service

We can have your document Notarised by our Notary Public
Simply add this service in the booking form

+ Authentication by DFAT

Documents must be Authenticated by DFAT before being accepted for Attestation
Simply add our DFAT Authentication service in the booking form
UAE
Kuwait
Qatar

Certificate of Good Standing for an Australian Company

We are a leading provider of Certificates of Good Standing for Australian Companies
$350 including ASIC fees
Completed within 3 business hours
Issued and notarised by an Australian Notary Public
Includes ASIC Certificate of Registration and Current Company Extract annexed

Express Delivery

Free express post delivery of your Certificate of Good Standing anywhere in Australia
Prefer the Certificate of Good Standing to be sent overseas? We can arrange that too
Choose to receive a PDF of the completed document by email as soon as it is issued
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How it Works

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Book Online

Book your services online instantly - one simple booking platform

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Upload or Free Express Post Label

Upload if originally issued electronically, or post if originally issued physically using our free express post labels

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Fast Service

We'll action your request ASAP when we receive your document and all required information

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Express Delivery

We'll express post your document free of charge in Australia (or overseas for an additional cost)

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Pricing
All of our prices are in AUD and include GST. Discounts of up to 60% apply for each additional document
Service1
Expected Timeframe2
Apostille Service
Less than 3 business days
$200 ($100) + $98 DFAT fee(s)
Authentication Service
Less than 3 business days
$200 ($100) + $98 DFAT fee(s)
Notary Service
when booked with an Apostille or Authentication
Less than 1 business day
$120 ($120)
Notary Service
when booked as Notary only
Less than 1 business day
$200 ($120)
Embassy Attestation
UAE only4
7-9 business days
$200 ($50)
Certificate of Good Standing
Less than 3 hours
$350 incl. ASIC fees
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Note 1: Please kindly note that we do not currently provide witnessing services - we are not able to notarise documents where you are required to sign the document.

Note 2: The expected timeframe applies during business hours/days. The expected timeframe commences when we receive the document and all required information from you, including any verification required from the issuer of the document.

Note 3: Please note that additional fees apply to: (1) documents over 10 pages; (2) ASIC documents to cover ASIC search fees; (3) Apostille or Authentication of Court documents, Divorce Orders, NAATI Translated documents and documents already Notarised by an Australian Notary Public; and (4) Notarisation of 'Other documents'. Please refer to the booking platform for more information.

Note 4: Please note that we only provide Embassy Attestation for UAE and only when booked with the DFAT Authentication service. The price for DFAT Authentication is displayed in the pricing table which is in addition to Embassy Attestation. We do not currently provide UAE Attestation services for commercial invoices, contracts, packing lists and certificates of origin.

FEATURES

Why choose Swift Notary

Book Instantly

All of our services are available to book and pay online instantly

Transparent Pricing

We are the only Notary Public in Australia to provide instant and fully transparent pricing

Tailored Guidance

Our booking platform provides tailored guidance based on your selections

No Appointment Required

Access our services from anywhere in the world at any time

Expertise

We are the leading provider of Apostille & Authentication services so we receive the most up-to-date DFAT requirements

Fast Turnaround Times

We are able to offer the fastest turnaround times as we attend DFAT multiple times a day for our clients

Money Back Guarantee

If we cannot complete your booking request for any reason we will provide a full refund

Upload your Document

If your document was originally issued electronically, we can print your document for completion of your services

Free Express Post Label

If your document was originally issued in hard-copy, we will provide a free express post label for use anywhere in Australia

Same Day Lodgement

We lodge your document with DFAT the same day we receive the document and all required information before 10am

Regular Progress Updates

We provide email updates each step of the way

Same Day Shipment

We express post your document the same day it is completed

Free Express Delivery

We provide free express post delivery of your completed document anywhere in Australia, including signature on delivery

Fast Response Time

The best way to contact us is by email. We'll respond ASAP during our business hours

PDF on Completion

Request a scanned PDF of the completed document by email as soon as the document is completed

International Delivery

We can post your document overseas via DHL Express Worldwide
RECENT REVIEWS

Trusted by Australians

Hear from some of our amazing clients
"Only 5 stars available? Surely not! 10 stars for 'Elle' at Swift Notary Public! ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆. Fantastic communication; detailed and regular updates, personable and professional, knowledgeable and humble.I appreciated the thorough authentication service. Very thankful that such a service is available. Moreover, that I chose Swift Notary."
CLARE
Sydney, NSW
"Swift Notary provided one of the most impressive services I have received from a business. Their clear and timely communication was perfect, the speed in completing my request was far faster than my expectation and the professional yet friendly approach was how every business should interact with their clients. 10 out of 10! Thank you once again Swift Notary"
ERNESTO
Northern Rivers, NSW
"Exceptional service! I highly recommend the Swift Notary team for their prompt, friendly and professional service. Thank you again for making it so easy"
BREANNA
Perth, WA
"Swift by name and nature! We visited Swift Notary to get a document notarised as well as the Apostille. We visited Rhys on Friday morning who was super friendly and helpful. Our document was with DFAT that same day and it was in our hands by the following Tuesday! This saved us so much time and hassle. Thank you!"
MICHAELA
Sydney, NSW
"Excellent customer service and the process to complete the Apostille stamp on my documents was super efficient. Turnaround in 48 hours. Highly recommend this service"
YVONNE
Sydney, NSW
"Thank you so much for your help. Awesome communication! Was a very seamless and stress free experience. Highly recommend"
ANTHONY
Brisbane, QLD
"I highly recommend Swift Notary. I reside in California and needed an Australian Apostille for a document, in a very short period of time. My situation was complex and Swift walked me through the process, timeline etc. They had questions for me and were persistent in contacting me via text , email and a realtime phone call.I was shocked at how they covered all update and communications on all those platforms."
LORI
USA
"Great coms and value"
THOMAS
Sydney
"Great service from Swift Notary. Our documents were taken care of very quickly and efficiently and we were continually kept informed. Thank you Elle - you have been a pleasure to do business with. See you in El Salvador"
AUDREY
El Salvador
"Swift Notary (and more importantly yourself) have gone absolutely above and beyond for me and I could not thank you enough"
REBECCA
Sydney, NSW
"Had some documents to be notarized + Apostilled urgently and had difficulty getting booked into the Apostille office (as usual). Elle was absolutely proactive in trying to help me get them done within my timeframe and even managed to get it a day earlier than I asked. Very efficient and helpful. Cannot fault any step of the service I received. Beyond 5 star service!"
YVES
South Korea
"I really appreciate how prompt you have been with my enquiries and requests. It is difficult to find this level of customer service these days"
ANDREW
Saudi Arabia
"More people need to know about Swift Notary"
WILL
Italy
"Swift Notary provides an exceptional level of service. Highly highly recommended"
RAMI
Saudi Arabia
"Very efficient service, was kept informed during the process. I highly recommend using swift notary"
WADZANAYI
Melbourne, VIC
"Amazing service. I would highly recommend this service. A huge THANKYOU !!"
CHRISTINE
USA
"Fast, efficient and decisive. 100% recommend. Thanks Elle for your help!"
MABEL
Gold Coast, QLD
"Many thanks for this very prompt and professional service. It is greatly appreciated"
TOM
Brisbane, QLD
"Excellent Service!!! The entire process was faster than I was expecting. Elle is really helpful, friendly and working as per your need and giving regular updates. I am happy to choose Swift Notary and would recommend this service to others. Thank you!"
NITIN
India
"Super duper fast and efficient service! Very impressed. Thanks Swift Notary!"
GUY
Zimbabwe
"I have been very happy with this service - the efficiency and excellent level of communication. Thanks for making the process so easy and quick"
MARIA
Sydney, NSW
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Notary Public
August 2024

How much does a Notary Public cost in Australia?

Swift Notary provides low cost Notary and Apostille services. Discounts automatically applied for additional documents of the same person or company notarised at the same time. All of our prices include GST - there are no hidden costs.

Notary Public
August 2024

Apostille for an Australian Birth Certificate

If you are sending an original Australian Birth Certificate to another country, then the original can be Apostilled directly by DFAT. The original Australian birth certificate does not require notarisation first.

Notary Public
August 2024

Apostille Meaning Australia

An Apostille means a certificate which confirms the authenticity of a document's signature, seal, or stamp and the authority of the person or organisation that issued it for countries that are members of the Apostille Convention. An Apostille certifies a document so that the document can be recognised in a foreign country that is a member of the Apostille Convention.

Notary Public
August 2024

Notarising an Australian Death Certificate

If you are sending an Australian Death Certificate to another country, then it is likely that you will want to keep the original death certificate and only send a certified copy. The certified copy must be notarised by a Notary Public before it can be stamped with an Apostille or Authentication from DFAT.

Notary Public
August 2024

Apostille Brisbane DFAT

Need an Apostille from DFAT? We are a leading provider of Apostille services in Australia - serving clients across Brisbane, Queensland and Australia. We can have your document stamped with an Apostille by DFAT - no appointment required.

Notary Public
August 2024

What is the difference between a Notary Public and a Justice of the Peace?

The main difference between a Notary Public and a Justice of the Peace (or JP) is that documents authenticated by a Notary Public may be recognised and accepted overseas, whereas documents certified by a Justice of the Peace may only be recognised in Australia. DFAT cannot legalise documents certified by a JP.

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Notary Public
August 2024

MOFA Document Attestation for UAE | Australia

We provide a fast, fully managed MOFA document Attestation service - from Notarisation (if required) and Authentication throughout to Attestation by MOFA. Attestation is the process by which the documents are authenticated as genuine by MOFA which allows them to be legally recognised and accepted within the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Notary Public
August 2024

Notary Public Brisbane

Swift Notary is a leading provider of Notary Public, Apostille, Authentication and Legalisation services in Australia. All of our services can be booked online instantly.

Notary Public
August 2024

Apostille or Authentication of ASIC Company Certificate of Registration

We can have your Certificate of Registration (also known as a Certificate of Incorporation) stamped with an Apostille or Authentication certificate by DFAT. No need to deliver any hard-copy document to us. Simply book online instantly and we'll get started right away.

Notary Public
August 2024

Apostille or Authentication for a Digital AFP Police Check?

We can have your digital police check stamped with an Apostille or Authentication by DFAT - no DFAT appointment required and no need to deliver any hard-copy document to us. Simply upload your digital police certificate in our booking form and forward the original source email from the AFP to us.

Personal and Company Documents

Wide Range of Personal and Company Documents
We can certify, authenticate, attest and notarise a wide range of personal and company documents

  • Personal Documents

  • AFP National Police Clearances

  • Academic Degrees

  • Academic Enrolment Letters

  • Academic Transcripts

  • Birth Certificates

  • Change of Name Certificate

  • Citizenship Certificate

  • Court Document

  • Death Certificate

  • Divorce Order

  • Drivers Licence

  • Fingerprint Report

  • Letter of Service

  • Marriage Certificate

  • Medical Reports

  • Passport

  • Probate

  • Police Certificate

  • Proof of Address

  • Professional Qualification

  • Record of No Result

  • Relationship Certificate

  • School Reports

  • Single Status

  • TAFE Documents

  • Translated Document

  • University Documents

  • Work Experience Letter

  • Company Documents

  • ASIC Business Name Extract

  • ASIC Certificate of Registration

  • ASIC Current Company Extract

  • ASIC Current & Historical Company Extract

  • ATO Documents

  • Certificate of Good Standing

  • Certificate of Incorporation as an Association

  • Commercial Licences

  • Financial Statements (Audited)

  • Trademarks

  • Patents

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQs

What is a Notary Public?

In Australia, a Notary Public (also known as a Public Notary or Notary) is an experienced and specially trained lawyer who is authorised to certify and authenticate documents for use overseas. Notaries play a crucial role in facilitating personal and business transactions overseas. 

The principal functions of a Notary Public are to:
- verify and certify documents for use overseas
- attest documents and certify their execution for use overseas
- prepare Certificates of Good Standing for Australian Companies

When is a Notary Public required?

If you have a document that needs to be recognised overseas, a Notary Public is the only authorised person who can verify and authenticate the document. The Notary Public will apply an official Notary seal and signature to the document which is recognised by DFAT and internationally.
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The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) will not Apostille or Authenticate a document that has been certified or witnessed by a Justice of the Peace or other authorised witness.

What documents do you typically notarise?

We notarise a wide range of personal and company documents.
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Australian Government Issued Documents
- AFP National Police Certificate
- ASIC Certificates of Registration of a Company
- ASIC Current & Historical Company Extracts
- Birth Certificates
- Certificates of Residency
- Change of Name Certificates
- Citizenship Certificates
- Court Documents
- Death Certificates
- Drivers Licences
- Divorce Certificates
- Fingerprint Report issued by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission
- Marriage Certificates
- Passports
- Relationship Certificate
- Single Status or Record of No Result Certificates

Australian Academic Documents
- Primary and Secondary School Reports
- Private College Certificates and Awards
- Professional Qualifications
- University Degrees
- University Transcripts
- University Enrolment Letters
- TAFE Degrees and Diplomas
- TAFE Transcripts
- TAFE Enrolment Letters
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We also notarise non-government issued documents including:
- Employment Reference Letters
- Medical Reports

We are also a leading provider of Certificates of Good Standing for Australian Companies.

What is an Apostille in Australia?

An Apostille is a specific type of certification issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) certifying that a document is either an original Australian government document or a document that has been notarised by a Notary Public. An Apostille confirms the authenticity of the document's signature, seal, or stamp and the authority of the person or organisation that issued it. DFAT is the only body in Australia that can issue an Apostille.

An Apostille will only be recognised in a country that is a signatory to the Apostille Convention (Hague Apostille Convention). The Apostille Convention simplifies the process of authenticating documents for international use. Under this Convention, participating countries agree to recognise an Apostille as a valid certification for documents issued by authorities within the same country. Refer to our List of Countries Accepting an Apostille.

If the intended destination country is not a signatory to the Apostille Convention, then you may need to have your document "authenticated" by DFAT.

Who can Apostille a document in Australia?

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is the only body in Australia that is authorised to issue Apostilles. DFAT issues Apostilles through the passport offices in each capital city in Australia.  

The current DFAT processing time for an Apostille is up to 3 business days.

How do I get an Apostille in Australia?

We can have your document Apostilled by DFAT for you. We attend DFAT daily and offer a fully managed service - no appointment required.

Book online instantly by following this link to our booking platform. The platform will guide you through the process and provide a summary of the service and price prior to payment.

How much does an Apostille cost in Australia?

DFAT charges a fee of $98 per Apostille.

As a leading provider of Notary Public services we specialise in providing fast low cost Apostille services.

Book online instantly by following this link to our booking platform. The platform will guide you through the process and provide a summary of the service and price prior to payment.

What is an Authentication?

‍Authentication is the process of certifying a document for destination countries that are not members of the Apostille Convention or for documents that do not meet the criteria for an Apostille.

Authentication involves DFAT verifying that the seal and signature on the notarised documents belong to the Notary Public who notarised them.

Once the document has been authenticated by DFAT, it must be presented to the relevant foreign consulate or embassy in Australia before it can be sent to the destination country.

What is the cost of Notary services?

Notary fees in NSW are regulated by the Legal Profession Admissions Board and published on the Society of Notaries of NSW website.

We offer transparent prices which are displayed on our Pricing page.

All of our prices include GST and complimentary express postage of your completed documents anywhere in Australia.

Where can I find a Notary Public near me?
Swift Notary services clients across Australia and overseas.

We provide a convenient online booking platform, allowing you to complete most Notary, Apostille and Authentication requirements from anywhere in the world.

We can certify a wide range of personal and company documents.

We can also:
- Obtain an Apostille or Authentication Certificate from DFAT
- Issue Certificates of Good Standing for Australian Companies

We provide complimentary express postage of your completed document anywhere in Australia or we can arrange international delivery for an additional cost. You can also choose to receive a PDF copy by email as soon as the document is completed.

If your document was issued electronically, simply upload your document in the booking form. If your document was issued in hard-copy, post the original documents to our PO Box.
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Australian Notary Publics are unable to witness the signing of documents electronically. Please visit the Society of Notaries in each state and territory if you need to locate a Notary in your area for witnessing. For your convenience, we have provided the links to the societies websites below:

New South Wales - Society of Notaries NSW
Victoria - Society of Notaries of VIC
Queensland - Society of Notaries of QLD
‍Western Australia - Public Notaries Society of WA
South Australia - Society of Notaries of SA
Tasmania - The Supreme Court of Tasmania
‍Northern Territory - Northern Territory Public Notaries
Australian Capital Territory - ACT Courts
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Why choose Swift Notary?
We're a leading provider of Notary Public services across Sydney and Australia.

Expertise You Can Trust
Our highly qualified Sydney Notary Public brings years of experience and expertise to ensure the highest standard of Notary services. Trust us to handle your documents with precision and care.

Accessible
We are able to provide most services online making us the most accessible Notary Public in Australia.

Book Online
You can make a booking 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Select and book your services from anywhere, any time of the day.
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Affordable
Our streamlined platform allows us to offer low cost Notary Public services. We offer fixed price transparent Notary fees - view our prices.
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