Obviously, every case is different but there are still common procedures
followed. To avoid waiting or unnecessary delays, we usually:
- expect you to make an appointment.
- need you to bring good evidence of identity which will generally
have to be a current valid passport or current driver licence with
photo and something like a Council rates or utilities bills, e.g.
electricity bill, to confirm your address
- need to be satisfied that you understand any document particularly a document which is not in English
- want to see any relevant papers or documents that relate to the matter
- like you to send, fax or email a copy of your document to us before your appointment.
For most matters we should be able to tell you our fee in advance. For
more complex matters we will tell you how our fee will be assessed –
usually based on how long we will have to work on your matter. Our fees
are generally set by the Society of Notaries of Victoria.
In some cases, there may be fees to pay to third parties, such as the Department of Foreign Affairs or an Embassy.