Notary Public Guides & Articles

Guide

How to Set Up a Power of Attorney in Ireland

Types, process, costs, and when you need a notary.

10 May 2025 · 9 min Guide

How to Set Up an Enduring Power of Attorney in Cork

EPA requirements under the Assisted Decision-Making Act 2015.

8 May 2025 · 10 min Guide

How to Get Documents Certified for Foreign Use

Notarisation, apostille, and embassy legalisation explained.

28 April 2025 · 8 min Explainer

Can You Get Documents Notarised Online in Ireland?

Current rules on remote notarisation and what you can do.

25 April 2025 · 7 min Practical

How Long Does Notarisation Take?

Realistic timelines from booking to completed documents.

22 April 2025 · 6 min Practical

How Long Does an Apostille Take in Ireland?

Standard and express processing times, costs, and how to apply.

18 April 2025 · 7 min Practical

What ID Do You Need for Notarisation in Ireland?

Complete guide to identification requirements.

15 April 2025 · 6 min Guide

When to Use a Notary Public vs a Solicitor

How to know which professional you need.

25 March 2025 · 7 min Guide

Company Formation Documents That Need Notarisation

Which corporate documents need notarising for international business.

15 February 2025 · 8 min

Comparison

Irish Notary vs UK Notary — How They Differ

Key differences between the Irish and UK notary systems.

10 April 2025 · 8 min Comparison

Irish Notary vs US Notary — Key Differences

Why Irish and American notary systems are fundamentally different.

8 April 2025 · 8 min Comparison

Power of Attorney vs Enduring Power of Attorney

Key differences and when you need each.

5 April 2025 · 7 min Comparison

Statutory Declaration vs Affidavit

Which sworn document do you need?

2 April 2025 · 7 min Explainer

Certified Copy vs Notarised Copy

What's the difference and when do you need each?

28 March 2025 · 6 min

Explainer

The Faculty of Notaries Public in Ireland

The professional body that governs Irish notaries.

22 March 2025 · 7 min Explainer

The Chief Justice's Role in Appointing Notaries

Why the highest judicial authority oversees notary appointments.

20 March 2025 · 6 min Guide

How Irish Notarisation Is Recognised Internationally

The legal framework behind worldwide recognition.

18 March 2025 · 8 min Explainer

Anti-Money Laundering Rules for Notaries

AML obligations and what they mean for clients.

15 March 2025 · 7 min Technology

Electronic Notarisation in Ireland: Current Status

Where Ireland stands on digital notarisation.

12 March 2025 · 7 min Analysis

The Future of Notary Services in Ireland

Technology, regulation, and evolving client needs.

8 March 2025 · 7 min

🇧🇪 Belgium

Notarising Documents for Belgium

EU institutions, property, business, and family documents for Belgium.

16 May 2025 · 9 min 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Notarising Documents for Malaysia

Employment, MM2H, business, and education documents for Malaysia.

16 May 2025 · 9 min 🇹🇭 Thailand

Notarising Documents for Thailand

Marriage, retirement, property, and teaching — embassy legalisation required.

16 May 2025 · 9 min 🇵🇭 Philippines

Notarising Documents for the Philippines

Family, property, immigration, and legal documents for Philippine use.

16 May 2025 · 9 min 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Notarising Documents for Nigeria

Family, property, court, and business documents — embassy legalisation via Dublin.

16 May 2025 · 9 min 🇵🇰 Pakistan

Notarising Documents for Pakistan

NADRA, property, family, and court documents — embassy attestation in Dublin.

16 May 2025 · 9 min 🇮🇹 Italy

Notarising Documents for Italy

Property, residency, business, and marriage documents for Italy.

5 March 2025 · 8 min 🇵🇹 Portugal

Notarising Documents for Portugal

Property, D7 visa, business, and NIF requirements.

2 March 2025 · 8 min 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Notarising Documents for the Netherlands

Business, property, and employment documents for the Netherlands.

28 February 2025 · 7 min 🇸🇬 Singapore

Notarising Documents for Singapore

Now easier with apostille since Singapore joined the Hague Convention.

25 February 2025 · 7 min 🇮🇹 Italy

Buying Property in Italy — Notary Guide

Complete guide to documents, PoA, and the Italian notaio system.

20 February 2025 · 9 min

🇺🇸 USA Guide

Notary Services for Irish Citizens in the USA

Property, inheritance, and Powers of Attorney for Irish citizens in America.

16 May 2025 · 9 min 🇦🇺 Australia Guide

Notary Services for Irish Citizens in Australia

Property, inheritance, and how to arrange notarisation from Australia.

16 May 2025 · 9 min 🇬🇧 UK Guide

Notary Services for Irish Citizens in the UK

Post-Brexit considerations and dual-qualified expertise for cross-border matters.

16 May 2025 · 9 min Guide

Dual Citizens: Notary Requirements You Need to Know

Navigating notary requirements when you hold citizenship in two countries.

16 May 2025 · 9 min