If you need to notarize a document for official purposes in Nigeria but don’t know how to do it, this article is for you. Not all official documents require notarization, but many can only be recognized internationally if they are notarized. Examples of documents that can be notarized include academic records, birth certificates or attestations of birth, sponsorship letters, bank statements, police clearances, and more. If you find yourself in such a situation, we believe this article will guide you through the process.
WHERE CAN I NOTARIZE MY DOCUMENTS IN NIGERIA?
In Nigeria, only a Notary Public who is appointed can notarize a document.
WHO CAN BE A NOTARY PUBLIC IN NIGERIA
According to Section 2 of the Notary Public Act, only practicing lawyers who have been appointed by the government can be Notary Public.
HOW TO NOTARIZE A DOCUMENT IN NIGERIA
To get your document notarized, follow these practical steps:
a. Find a qualified notary public. You can do this by looking for a law firm that has a Notary Public as part of its team.
b. Provide the documents that need to be notarized.
c. Pay the agreed-upon fee for the notarization service.
d. The Notary Public will examine the documents and provide their signature, stamp, or seal on the document.
Once the document has the seal or stamp of the Notary Public, it is considered notarized.
HOW DO I KNOW IF A DOCUMENT IS NOTARIZED?
As per the Notary Public Act, a document is considered notarized when it is stamped with a Notary’s seal and recorded in a register that is maintained permanently by the Notary.
CONCLUSION
We hope that the information we have provided has been helpful in guiding you on how to get your documents notarized in Nigeria. If you require the services of a Notary Public for this purpose, our firm is available to assist you in getting the job done. You may contact us by clicking the Whatsapp icon located on the lower right side of this page or leave us a message HERE, and we will attend to you promptly.
Cynthia is a lawyer and currently serves as Head of Corporate / Commercial Services at LEX – PRAXIS.
With her passion for business and entrepreneurship, she is actively engaged in creating awareness on the legal aspect of businesses through various platforms such as writing, public speaking engagements.
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