Notarial Procedures

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A person/organisation wish to get document certified, or get documents officially translated or get copy of original paper/certificates attested, shall have to present in person to the Notary Public along with proof of identity and apply to the Notary Public. Application forms are available in Notary Public office. Once application is received, the Notary Public checks authenticity of the documents/paper and record into Notary Public Register. \

Proof and Identification

In order to meet the high standard of Notarial acts, the Notary is required to obtain proof (to his discretion and satisfaction), of identity, any represented legal capacity and authority, clients understanding of documentation, interpretation/or translation into or from other languages, effectiveness of documentation, validity, signature and witnessing, observance of required formalities both in Nepal and abroad, and the requirements of any relevant consular or similar authorities.

In the case of individuals, proof may be required, with production of appropriate certificates where applicable, of birth, marriage, divorce, Citizenship Certificate or Passport or statutory declaration.
Individuals should produce a current passport or citizenship certificate, in exceptional cases, other proof of similar validity and reliability, which may include identification by third parties known both to the individual and to the Notary.

In the case of companies, details of the proof and information required, depending on the circumstances and service required, should be discussed in advance with the Notary Public. Notarial attendance at a company board meeting may be required in some cases, which may be arranged at our offices if required.