High Court & Notarial
A High Court Authentication Does Not Authenticate the Underlying Document
DIRCO explains that authentication of a High Court certificate confirms the authenticity of the signature on that certificate, not the underlying document itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a High Court authentication prove my original document is genuine?
Not necessarily. DIRCO says it confirms the authenticity of the relevant High Court signature.
What exactly is being authenticated?
The signature on the High Court certificate is what DIRCO describes as being authenticated.
Can the receiving country still decide whether to accept it?
Yes. DIRCO states that acceptance remains at the discretion of the receiving state.
Source: DIRCO – Legalisation Services