WHAT DOES THE TERM NOTARIZATION MEAN?

Notarization refers to the process of providing a valid proof stating the authenticity of a document before the concerned authorities. It is a three stage process that includes inspection of document, certifying of document and maintaining a record of notarial act.

WHAT BENEFITS DOES NOTARISING A DOCUMENT SERVE IN PHILIPPINES?

Some of the benefits for notarization of documents are as follows

• It plays an important role in verifying the authenticity of the documents and helps clients in availing legal services.
• Notarization helps eligible candidates in getting their desired job and helps them in proving their credentials before the authorities.

WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE FOR NOTARISING DOCUMENTS IN PHILIPPINES?

Some of the procedures for notarization of documents are as follows

Documentation process

This process involves bringing the unsigned document to the notary. The notary ensures proper identification of documents and thereby verifies the authenticity of documents.

Verification of Documents

The notary will ensure that documents are identified based on their authenticity of documents. The documents are verified in order to make them eligible for use in public domain.

Signing of Documents & Witness

After the identification of various documents is done, the documents are then signed by the person before notary. Also, a witness must be produced before the governing authorities in order to testify the authenticity of the person.

Recording & Notary Stamp

The Notary will record the transaction in the official journal and will ensure that document is notarized with an official stamp or seal