High Court & Notarial
Some Private Documents Follow the High Court Route
DIRCO states that certain private documents, including contracts and powers of attorney, may need notarisation and High Court verification before international legalisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do private contracts go directly to DIRCO?
Some private documents first require a Public Notary and High Court process.
Which documents can follow this route?
DIRCO gives examples including private contracts, powers of attorney, divorce documents and employment contracts.
Does the process depend on the destination country?
Yes. The destination country determines whether apostille or authentication is required.
Source: DIRCO – Legalisation Services