High Court & Notarial
The High Court Verifies the Notary's Signature
DIRCO states that the Registrar of the High Court verifies the signature or seal of the Public Notary or Sworn Translator.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the High Court authenticate?
For this route, the Registrar verifies the Public Notary or Sworn Translator's signature or seal.
Does the High Court automatically verify the underlying document?
No. DIRCO explains that authentication of a High Court certificate does not itself authenticate the underlying document.
Does the relevant court jurisdiction matter?
Yes. The High Court process must be in the same jurisdiction as the Public Notary or Sworn Translator.
Source: DIRCO – Legalisation Services