Notary for documents abroad — verification, translation and apostille
A comprehensive service for documents intended for use abroad — signature verification, translation, certified copy and apostille.
Quick answer
The documents-abroad service includes all the notarial acts required for an Israeli document to be accepted in a foreign country: signature verification, certified translation, certified true copy, and apostille. The service is tailored to the receiving country's requirements. Every notarial act requires appearing before the notary.
What does this service do?
When an Israeli document is intended for use abroad, a chain of certifications is often required: notarial signature verification, certified translation (if the document is in a foreign language), certified true copy, and finally — an apostille. The comprehensive service includes checking the destination country's requirements, preparing the required documents, performing the notarial acts, and issuing an apostille if needed. The notary helps understand which documents are required and in what wording, to avoid repeats and delays. The service is provided in Hebrew, English and Spanish.
Who is it for?
People and businesses sending documents abroad — including to the USA, Spain, the UK, Canada, Latin American countries, and Europe.
When is it needed?
When an Israeli document is intended for use in a foreign country, and the receiving party requires notarial certification and/or an apostille.
What does the notary check?
The notary performs all checks required by the type of act: identifying the signatory, capacity, understanding of the document, free will, translation correctness (if relevant), and matching the destination country's requirements.
Required documents
- Valid original ID
- The original document
- A translation (if required)
- Destination country and receiving party details
- Specific requirements of the receiving party (if known)
How does the process work?
Sending the document in advance for review and understanding the destination country's requirements.
Scheduling an appointment with the notary.
Arriving with an ID and the original document.
Performing the required notarial acts (signature verification, translation, copy).
Issuing an apostille if needed.
The client receives the document ready for use abroad.
How much does it cost?
The fee is set under the Notaries (Fees) Regulations, 1978. The total cost depends on the number of acts required. For a price estimate, send the document for review.
Full fee scheduleLegal notes
The acts are performed under the Notaries Law, 1976, the Notaries Regulations, 1977, and the Hague Convention (1961) regarding apostille. The fee is set under the Notaries (Fees) Regulations, 1978. The signatory must appear before the notary — notarial acts cannot be performed remotely.
Can it be prepared in advance?
Documents may be sent in advance for review and to coordinate requirements. In suitable cases, electronic notarial certificates and a digital apostille may be issued — subject to the law, regulations, identification, appearance and signature required by law.
Common mistakes
Not checking the destination country's requirements in advance — may cause repeats.
Arriving without all the required documents.
Not issuing an apostille when required.
Inaccurate translation of legal terms.
Frequently asked questions
How do you know what the destination country requires?
It is recommended to check with the receiving party in the destination country which documents and certifications are required. The document may be sent to the notary in advance for review, and the notary will help understand which acts are required.
Does every country require an apostille?
Hague Convention member countries accept an apostille. Non-member countries may require further verification by the embassy.
In which languages can documents be handled?
The notary handles documents in Hebrew, English and Spanish.
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The information on this site is general and does not constitute individual legal advice, nor does it replace a professional review. Every notarial act is performed subject to the Notaries Law, 1976, the Notaries Regulations, 1977, and the identification, appearance and signature requirements applicable to each act.