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Notary Public Melbourne

Authorised Notarial Services for International Documents

Certifying Documents Across Borders with Legal

Precision

If you’re sending legal documents overseas, many foreign governments, courts, and

institutions will only accept them if they’ve been notarised by an appointed Notary Public.

At Kelly & Chapman Lawyers, we provide fast, professional notarial services for personal,

commercial and corporate documents destined for jurisdictions around the world.

Our Notary Public, Misko Vujnovic, is a Senior Australian legal practitioner appointed

by the Supreme Court of Victoria. We verify, certify, witness, and prepare documents for

international use, including for immigration, business, property, and academic purposes.

If you’re sending legal documents overseas, many foreign governments, courts, and institutions will only accept them if they’ve been notarised by an appointed Notary Public. At Kelly & Chapman Lawyers, we provide fast, professional notarial services for personal,

commercial and corporate documents destined for jurisdictions around the world.

Our Notary Public, Misko Vujnovic, is a Senior Australian legal practitioner appointed by the Supreme Court of Victoria. We verify, certify, witness, and prepare documents for international use, including for immigration, business, property, and academic purposes.

Notary Public Services

• Required for legal, commercial, academic and migration documents used overseas.

• It is the official witnessing and certification of documents for use outside of Australia.

• Often includes notarisation, apostille or legalisation via the Department of

Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).

• Involves confirming the identity and capacity of signatories, and authenticating original documents.

• Must be performed by a Notary Public — a solicitor specifically appointed to

this role by the Supreme Court.

Why Choose Our Notary Public in Melbourne

Kelly & Chapman offers reliable, legally valid notarial services for individuals, families,

professionals, and businesses. We understand the urgency and importance of getting overseasdocuments right the first time.

We provide:

  • Same-day or next-day appointments available.
  • Notarisation of all document types for all countries.
  • Multilingual support ( Croatian, Bosnian, Serbian)
  • Guidance on Apostille and consular legalisation.
  • Convenient location with free parking in Oakleigh.

Whether you’re sending power of attorney documents to Greece, certifying academic

transcripts for the UK, or handling a commercial agreement with China, we help you comply

with complex global requirements.

Common Reasons You Need a Notary Public

1. You’re Sending Legal Documents Overseas

Foreign authorities often require notarised documents to confirm authenticity. These may include:

• Power of attorney

• Court orders or statutory declarations

• Affidavits

• Birth, marriage or death certificates

• Australian Government-issued documents

We check your identity, witness your signature, and affix a notarial certificate with our official seal.

2. You’re Applying for Citizenship, Visa or Residency

Countries including Canada, the US, the UK, Greece, Spain and others require notarised support documents in immigration or visa processes. These often include:

• Police checks

• Statutory declarations

• Financial statements

• Letters of invitation

We notarise and help arrange Apostille or legalisation as required.

3. You’re Buying or Selling Property Abroad

Real estate transactions often require notarised powers of attorney or declarations, particularly in countries like Greece, Italy and Lebanon.

We ensure documents are correctly prepared, signed and certified to be recognised by the overseas authority or court.

4. You’re a Company Doing Business Internationally

We notarise commercial and corporate documents including:

• Certificates of incorporation

• ASIC extracts

• Board resolutions

• Trade and shipping documents

• International contracts

 

We ensure your business’s documentation is legally recognised outside Australia.

5. You Need an Apostille or Legalisation

Some countries require your notarised documents to be Apostilled (via DFAT) or Legalised (via a foreign embassy or consulate).

We guide you through this and can assist with document preparation for submission to:

• Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

• Relevant embassy, high commission or consulate

• Foreign courts or authorities

Our Notarial Process

Appointment & Document Review

We assess the type of document, the country of destination, and advise whether notarisation, Apostille or legalisation is required.

Identity Verification

You bring a valid photo ID (passport or driver’s licence). We confirm your identity and legal capacity to sign.

Document Execution & Certification

We witness your signature (if needed), prepare the notarial certificate, and affix our embossed notarial seal.

Apostille or Legalisation (if applicable)

We guide or assist you with DFAT Apostille processing or embassy submission if required by the receiving country.

Delivery or Collection

Your documents are ready for pickup or dispatch — often on the same day, depending on complexity.

Why Kelly & Chapman for Notary Service in Melbourne

Our Notary Public, Misko Vujnovic,  is:

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Formally appointed by the Supreme Court of Victoria

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Clear, reliable, and fast, with transparent fees

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Recognised for certification in all Hague Convention and non-Hague Convention countries

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Multilingual and culturally sensitive

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Highly experienced in foreign jurisdiction document requirements

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Based in Bentleigh with free on-site parking

We’re trusted by professionals, law firms, migration agents and consulates across Victoria.

Documents We Commonly Notarised

• Powers of attorney for India, Greece, Italy, Lebanon and other countries

• Academic transcripts, testamurs, qualifications

• Passports, birth/marriage/death certificates

• Affidavits and statutory declarations

• Citizenship, visa and immigration documents

• Court orders and legal documents for use overseas

• ASIC company extracts, certificates, and resolutions

• Export and shipping documentation

• Letters of invitation or consent to travel

• Personal or corporate agreements

• Certified copies of identity documents

What Our Clients Say

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A professional organisation with a passion for detail.

Paul Frost
Paul Frost
30-05-2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Outstanding service. Professional and prompt. Susan went above and beyond to ensure all legal requirements were fulfilled. Exceed our expectations.

Tobias Angstmann
Tobias Angstmann
28-10-2021
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Can recommend Mikso for his knowledge and personal attention for every legal matter.

Felicity Childs
Felicity Childs
21-03-2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Notarial Services

What’s the difference between a JP and a Notary Public?

A Justice of the Peace (JP) certifies documents for use within Australia. A Notary Public certifies documents for use internationally and has additional authority recognised overseas.

Do I need an Apostille after notarisation?

Suppose your document is for a Hague Convention country, yes. If not, it may require legalisation via the relevant consulate or embassy. We’ll advise based on your destination.

Can I email you my document for notarisation?

You must usually attend in person to verify identity and sign. Some exceptions apply — we’ll confirm based on document type.

How long does notarisation take?

Simple certifications can be done on the same day. Apostille or embassy processing may take longer, depending on the authority.

How long does notarisation take?

Fees vary depending on the document type and whether multiple originals are needed. We’ll quote upfront.

Book a Notary Public Appointment Today

Need your documents certified for international use? Trust an experienced notarial service that gets it right the first time.

Contact Kelly & Chapman Lawyers – Notary Public Melbourne

Serving East Brighton, Brighton, Oakleigh, Clayton, Chadstone, Hampton, Cheltenham, Highett, Caulfield, Bentleigh, Carnegie, and all Melbourne suburbs.

Appointments available in English, Croatian, Bosnian, and Serbian.