Proof of Life Documents
Proof of Life documents, also known as “life certificates,” are formal attestations confirming that an individual is alive as of a specific date.


Proof of Life documents, also known as “life certificates,” are formal attestations confirming that an individual is alive as of a specific date.
Embassies and Consulates Documents notarised by an Australian Notary Public for use overseas may be required to be “legalised” or “authenticated”, before accepted by foreign governments or businesses.
Key Legal Issues When notarising a Power of Attorney (POA) for use in India from Victoria, the principal legal issues are: Ensuring the POA is validly executed and notarised in accordance with both Victorian and Indian requirements.
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in Australia provides an authentication service for documents that need to be used overseas. The authentication process involves verifying the signature, seal, or stamp on a document to confirm that it is genuine. Here is a general outline of the process:
If you have an original document issued by an Australian government department (ie, birth certificate, marriage certificate, citizenship certificate), also known as a public document, you can obtain an apostille from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
What is a notary? Notaries are experienced lawyers appointed by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, based on their qualifications and experience. He is authorised to witness signatures and certify international documents.
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