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Apostille

Need an Apostille from DFAT? We attend DFAT daily for clients - no appointment required

Price

$200 plus the $102 DFAT fee
Additional documents are $100 each plus DFAT fees
All our prices are in AUD and include GST
An additional fee of $20 per document applies to Court documents, Divorce Orders, Translated documents and Notarised documents. ASIC search fees apply to ASIC documents.

Timeframe

We attend DFAT daily for clients
DFAT is the only body in Australia that is authorised to issue Apostilles
The current DFAT processing time for an Apostille is within 3 business days

Express Delivery

Includes express postage of your Apostilled document anywhere in Australia
Prefer the Apostilled document to be sent overseas? We can arrange that too
Choose to receive a PDF of the document by email as soon as it is Apostilled
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Authentication

Need an Authentication Certificate from DFAT? We attend DFAT daily for clients - no appointment required‍

Price

$200 for the first document plus the $102 DFAT fee
Additional documents are $100 each plus DFAT fees
All of our prices are in AUD and include GST
An additional fee of $20 per document applies to Court documents, Divorce Orders, Translated documents and Notarised documents. ASIC search fees apply to ASIC documents.

Timeframe

We attend DFAT daily for clients
DFAT is the only body in Australia that is authorised to issue Authentication certificates
The current DFAT processing time for an Authentication certificate is up to 3 business days
We can have a document Authenticated and sent by express post within 3 business days from receipt

Express Delivery

Includes express postage of your Authenticated document anywhere in Australia
Prefer the document to be sent overseas? We can arrange that too
Choose to receive a PDF of the document by email as soon as it is Authenticated
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Notary Service

Documents Available for Notarisation

With the help of our Notary partners, we can have the documents listed below Notarised when booked with a DFAT Apostille or DFAT Authentication

  • Personal Documents

  • AFP National Police Certificate

  • Academic Degree (available on My eQuals)

  • Academic Transcript (available on My eQuals)

  • Birth Certificate

  • Change of Name Certificate

  • Citizenship Certificate

  • Court Document (available on Commonwealth Courts Portal))

  • Death Certificate

  • Divorce Order (available on Commonwealth Courts Portal)

  • Marriage Certificate

  • Relationship Certificate

  • Single Status or Record of No Result Certificate

  • Company Documents

  • ASIC Business Name Extract

  • ASIC Certificate of Registration

  • ASIC Current Company Extract

  • ASIC Current & Historical Company Extract

  • Certificate of Free Sale issued by the TGA

Please kindly note that we do not offer Notarisation of any other documents at this time and we only offer Notarisation when booked with a DFAT Apostille or Authentication

Price

$150 including GST for Notarisation
Additional documents are $150 each for Notarisation
All of our prices are in AUD and include GST
Please note that ASIC search fees apply to ASIC documents

Witnessing

Please note that we do not currently provide witnessing services (notarisation of documents where the client is required to sign the document).

Australian Notary Publics are unable to witness the signing of documents electronically. Signing of documents must be completed in the physical presence of a Notary Public in your area.

UAE Embassy Attestation

We provide Embassy attestation for the United Arab Emirates only‍
$200 for the first document including GST plus the UAE Embassy document fee
$50 for each additional document plus the UAE Embassy document fees
We manage the process from start to finish

Timeframe

We will have your documents Attested by the UAE Embassy ASAP
Within 10 business days from DFAT Authentication

Express Delivery

Includes express delivery of the Attested document anywhere in Australia
Prefer the document to be sent overseas? We can arrange that too
You can choose to receive a PDF of the document by email as soon as it is Attested

Authentication by DFAT

Documents must be Authenticated by DFAT before being accepted for Attestation
Simply add our DFAT Authentication service in the booking form

IT's SIMPLE

How it Works

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Book Online

Book your services online instantly - one simple booking platform

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Upload or Free Express Post Label

Upload if originally issued electronically, or post if originally issued physically using our free express post label

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Fast Service

We'll action your request ASAP when we receive your document and all required information

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Express Delivery

We'll express post your document free of charge in Australia (or overseas for an additional cost)

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Pricing
All of our prices are in AUD and include GST. Discounts apply for each additional document
Service1
Expected Timeframe2
Apostille Service
Less than 3 business days
$200 ($100) + $102 DFAT fee(s)
Authentication Service
Less than 3 business days
$200 ($100) + $102 DFAT fee(s)
Notary Service
must be booked with an Apostille or Authentication
+1 business day
$150 ($150)
Embassy Attestation
UAE only4
10 business days from DFAT Authentication
$200 ($50)
View Notes 1,2,3
Note 1: We only offer Notarisation for a limited set of documents: Australian government issued documents with a signature or seal, university or TAFE academic degrees and transcripts and ASIC documents.
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Note 2: The expected timeframe is rom when we receive the original document to when the document is sent by express post. The timeframe for Court documents and Divorce Orders is 8 business days from receipt of the original document as verification by DFAT directly with the Court is required.
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Note 3: ASIC search fees apply to ASIC documents. An additional fee of $20 per document applies to Court Documents, Divorce Orders, Translated Documents and Notarised documents.  
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Note 4: Please note that we only provide Embassy Attestation for UAE and only when booked with the DFAT Authentication service. The price for DFAT Authentication is displayed in the pricing table which is in addition to Embassy Attestation. We do not currently provide UAE Attestation services for commercial invoices, contracts, packing lists and certificates of origin.

FEATURES

Why choose Swift Notary

Book Instantly

All of our services are available to book and pay online instantly

Transparent Pricing

We are the only provider which offers instant and fully transparent pricing

Tailored Guidance

Our booking platform provides tailored guidance based on your selections

No Appointment Required

Access our services from anywhere in the world at any time

Expertise

We are a leading provider of Apostille & Authentication services so we receive the most up-to-date DFAT requirements

Fast Turnaround Times

We are able to offer the fastest turnaround times as we attend DFAT multiple times a day for our clients

Money Back Guarantee

If we cannot complete your booking request for any reason we will provide a full refund

Upload your Document

If your document was originally issued electronically, we can print your document for completion of your services

Free Express Post Label

If your document was originally issued in hard-copy, we will provide a free express post label for use anywhere in Australia

Same Day Lodgement

We lodge your document with DFAT the same day we receive the document and all required information before 10am

Regular Progress Updates

We provide email updates each step of the way

Same Day Shipment

We express post your document the same day it is completed

Free Express Delivery

We provide free express post delivery of your completed document anywhere in Australia, including signature on delivery

Fast Response Time

The best way to contact us is by email. We'll respond ASAP during our business hours

PDF on Completion

Request a scanned PDF of the completed document by email as soon as the document is completed

International Delivery

We can post your document overseas via DHL Express Worldwide
RECENT REVIEWS

Trusted by Australians

Hear from some of our amazing clients
"Only 5 stars available? Surely not! 10 stars for 'Elle' at Swift Notary Public! ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆. Fantastic communication; detailed and regular updates, personable and professional, knowledgeable and humble.I appreciated the thorough authentication service. Very thankful that such a service is available. Moreover, that I chose Swift Notary."
CLARE
Sydney, NSW
"Swift Notary provided one of the most impressive services I have received from a business. Their clear and timely communication was perfect, the speed in completing my request was far faster than my expectation and the professional yet friendly approach was how every business should interact with their clients. 10 out of 10! Thank you once again Swift Notary"
ERNESTO
Northern Rivers, NSW
"Exceptional service! I highly recommend the Swift Notary team for their prompt, friendly and professional service. Thank you again for making it so easy"
BREANNA
Perth, WA
"Swift by name and nature! We visited Swift Notary to get a document notarised as well as the Apostille. We visited Rhys on Friday morning who was super friendly and helpful. Our document was with DFAT that same day and it was in our hands by the following Tuesday! This saved us so much time and hassle. Thank you!"
MICHAELA
Sydney, NSW
"Excellent customer service and the process to complete the Apostille stamp on my documents was super efficient. Turnaround in 48 hours. Highly recommend this service"
YVONNE
Sydney, NSW
"Thank you so much for your help. Awesome communication! Was a very seamless and stress free experience. Highly recommend"
ANTHONY
Brisbane, QLD
"I highly recommend Swift Notary. I reside in California and needed an Australian Apostille for a document, in a very short period of time. My situation was complex and Swift walked me through the process, timeline etc. They had questions for me and were persistent in contacting me via text , email and a realtime phone call.I was shocked at how they covered all update and communications on all those platforms."
LORI
USA
"Great coms and value"
THOMAS
Sydney
"Great service from Swift Notary. Our documents were taken care of very quickly and efficiently and we were continually kept informed. Thank you Elle - you have been a pleasure to do business with. See you in El Salvador"
AUDREY
El Salvador
"Swift Notary (and more importantly yourself) have gone absolutely above and beyond for me and I could not thank you enough"
REBECCA
Sydney, NSW
"Had some documents to be notarized + Apostilled urgently and had difficulty getting booked into the Apostille office (as usual). Elle was absolutely proactive in trying to help me get them done within my timeframe and even managed to get it a day earlier than I asked. Very efficient and helpful. Cannot fault any step of the service I received. Beyond 5 star service!"
YVES
South Korea
"I really appreciate how prompt you have been with my enquiries and requests. It is difficult to find this level of customer service these days"
ANDREW
Saudi Arabia
"More people need to know about Swift Notary"
WILL
Italy
"Swift Notary provides an exceptional level of service. Highly highly recommended"
RAMI
Saudi Arabia
"Very efficient service, was kept informed during the process. I highly recommend using swift notary"
WADZANAYI
Melbourne, VIC
"Amazing service. I would highly recommend this service. A huge THANKYOU !!"
CHRISTINE
USA
"Fast, efficient and decisive. 100% recommend. Thanks Elle for your help!"
MABEL
Gold Coast, QLD
"Many thanks for this very prompt and professional service. It is greatly appreciated"
TOM
Brisbane, QLD
"Excellent Service!!! The entire process was faster than I was expecting. Elle is really helpful, friendly and working as per your need and giving regular updates. I am happy to choose Swift Notary and would recommend this service to others. Thank you!"
NITIN
India
"Super duper fast and efficient service! Very impressed. Thanks Swift Notary!"
GUY
Zimbabwe
"I have been very happy with this service - the efficiency and excellent level of communication. Thanks for making the process so easy and quick"
MARIA
Sydney, NSW
Notary, APOSTILLE AND AUTHENTICATION

Guides

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Notary
January 2025

MOFA Document Attestation for UAE | Australia

We provide a fast, fully managed MOFA document Attestation service - from Notarisation (if required) and Authentication throughout to Attestation by MOFA. Attestation is the process by which the documents are authenticated as genuine by MOFA which allows them to be legally recognised and accepted within the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Notary
January 2025

Apostille or Authentication of ASIC Company Certificate of Registration

We can have your Certificate of Registration (also known as a Certificate of Incorporation) stamped with an Apostille or Authentication certificate by DFAT. No need to deliver any hard-copy document to us. Simply book online instantly and we'll get started right away.

Notary
January 2025

Apostille or Authentication from DFAT for a Digital AFP Police Check

We can have your digital police check stamped with an Apostille or Authentication by DFAT - no DFAT appointment required and no need to deliver any hard-copy document to us. Simply upload your digital police certificate in our booking form and forward the original source email from the AFP to us.

Notary
January 2025

Need an Apostille from DFAT?

Need an Apostille from DFAT? We are a leading provider of Apostille services in Australia - serving clients across Brisbane, Queensland, Australia-wide and Overseas. We can have your document stamped with an Apostille by DFAT - no appointment required.

Notary Public
January 2025

What is My eQuals? Australian Academic Documents

My eQuals is a secure online digital platform for access to and verification of Australian academic documents, including degrees, transcripts and other academic statements.

Notary Public
January 2025

MOFA Document Attestation for UAE | Australia

We provide a fast, fully managed MOFA document Attestation service - from Notarisation (if required) and Authentication throughout to Attestation by MOFA. Attestation is the process by which the documents are authenticated as genuine by MOFA which allows them to be legally recognised and accepted within the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Notary Public
January 2025

Apostille Meaning Australia

An Apostille means a certificate which confirms the authenticity of a document's signature, seal, or stamp and the authority of the person or organisation that issued it for countries that are members of the Apostille Convention. An Apostille certifies a document so that the document can be recognised in a foreign country that is a member of the Apostille Convention.

Notary Public
January 2025

How much does an Apostille stamp cost in Australia?

How much does an Apostille cost in Australia? The DFAT Apostille fees / Apostille stamp cost are $102 for each Apostille. We can obtain an Apostille from DFAT for you - no appointment required.

Notary Public
January 2025

How long does it take to get an Apostille Stamp in Australia?

Swift Notary can have your document Apostilled by DFAT - no appointment required. We offer one of the fastest Apostille stamp services in Australia as Swift Notary attends DFAT daily for clients.

Notary Public
January 2025

What is an Apostille in Australia and how do I get one?

An Apostille stamp is a specific type of certification issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) certifying that a document is either an original Australia government document or a document that has been notarised by an Australia Notary Public.

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Documents Accepted by DFAT

Documents DFAT can Apostille or Authenticate
DFAT can Apostille original Australian Government issued documents that have a signature or seal of the government department, documents translated by a NAATI certified translator or documents Notarised by an Australian Notary Public

  • AFP National Police Certificates

  • Academic Degrees (University or TAFE)

  • ASIC Certificate of Registration

  • Birth Certificates

  • Certificate of Free Sale issued by the TGA

  • Certificate of Residency issued by the ATO

  • Change of Name Certificates

  • Citizenship Certificates

  • Court Documents

  • Death Certificates

  • Documents already notarised by an Australian Notary Public

  • Divorce Orders

  • Marriage Certificates

  • Notarised Documents

  • Relationship Certificates

  • Single Status or Record of No Result Certificates

  • Translated Documents (NAATI)

NOTARY SERVICE

Documents we can have Notarised
We can have the following documents Notarised:

  • Personal Documents

  • AFP National Police Certificates

  • Academic Degrees (available on My eQuals)

  • Academic Transcripts (available on My eQuals)

  • Birth Certificates

  • Change of Name Certificates

  • Citizenship Certificates

  • Court Documents (available on Commonwealth Courts Portal)

  • Death Certificates

  • Divorce Orders (available on Commonwealth Courts Portal)

  • Marriage Certificates

  • Relationship Certificates

  • Single Status or Record of No Result Certificates

  • Company Documents

  • ASIC Business Name Extracts

  • ASIC Certificate of Registrations

  • ASIC Current Company Extracts

  • ASIC Current & Historical Company Extracts

  • Certificate of Free Sale issued by the TGA

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQs

What is a Notary Public?

In Australia, a Notary Public (also known as a Public Notary or Notary) is an experienced and specially trained lawyer who is authorised to certify and authenticate documents for use overseas. Notaries play a crucial role in facilitating personal and business transactions overseas. 

The principal functions of a Notary Public are to:
- verify and certify documents for use overseas; and
- witness the execution of documents for use overseas

When is a Notary Public required?

If you have a document that needs to be recognised overseas, a Notary Public is the only authorised person who can verify and authenticate the document. The Notary Public will apply an official Notary seal and signature to the document which is recognised by DFAT and internationally.
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The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) will not Apostille or Authenticate a document that has been certified or witnessed by a Justice of the Peace or other authorised witness.

What documents does Swift Notary notarise?

‍Australian Government Issued Documents
- AFP National Police Certificate
- ASIC Business Name Extract
- ASIC Certificate of Registration of a Company
- ASIC Current Company Extract
- ASIC Current & Historical Company Extract
- Birth Certificate
- Change of Name Certificate
- Citizenship Certificate
- Court Document (available on Commonwealth Courts Portal)
- Death Certificate
- Divorce Order (available on Commonwealth Courts Portal)
- Marriage Certificate
- Relationship Certificate
- Single Status or Record of No Result Certificate

Australian Academic Documents
- University Degree (available on My eQuals)
- University Transcript (available on My eQuals)
- TAFE Degree (available on My eQuals)
- TAFE Transcript (available on My eQuals)

What is an Apostille in Australia?

An Apostille is a specific type of certification issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) certifying that a document is either an original Australian government document or a document that has been notarised by a Notary Public. An Apostille confirms the authenticity of the document's signature, seal, or stamp and the authority of the person or organisation that issued it. DFAT is the only body in Australia that can issue an Apostille.

An Apostille will only be recognised in a country that is a signatory to the Apostille Convention (Hague Apostille Convention). The Apostille Convention simplifies the process of authenticating documents for international use. Under this Convention, participating countries agree to recognise an Apostille as a valid certification for documents issued by authorities within the same country. Refer to our List of Countries Accepting an Apostille.

If the intended destination country is not a signatory to the Apostille Convention, then you may need to have your document "authenticated" by DFAT.

Who can Apostille a document in Australia?

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is the only body in Australia that is authorised to issue Apostilles. DFAT issues Apostilles through the passport offices in each capital city in Australia.  

The current DFAT processing time for an Apostille is up to 3 business days.

How do I get an Apostille in Australia?

We can have your document Apostilled by DFAT for you. We attend DFAT daily and offer a fully managed service - no appointment required.

Book online instantly by following this link to our booking platform. The platform will guide you through the process and provide a summary of the service and price prior to payment.

How much does an Apostille cost in Australia?

DFAT charges a fee of $102 per Apostille.

Book online instantly by following this link to our booking platform. The platform will guide you through the process and provide a summary of the service and price prior to payment.

What is an Authentication?

‍Authentication is the process of certifying a document for destination countries that are not members of the Apostille Convention or for documents that do not meet the criteria for an Apostille.

Authentication involves DFAT verifying that the seal and signature on the notarised documents belong to the Notary Public who notarised them.

Once the document has been authenticated by DFAT, it may need to presented to the relevant foreign consulate or embassy in Australia before it can be sent to the destination country.

What is the cost of Notary services?

We offer fixed price and transparent Notary services. You can view our pricing on our Pricing page or in the booking platform.
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All of our prices include GST, complimentary express postage of any hard-copy documents to Swift Notary and complimentary express postage of the completed documents anywhere in Australia.

Where can I find a Notary Public near me?
Swift Notary services clients across Australia and overseas.

We provide a convenient online booking platform, allowing you to book all of our services from anywhere. We are the leading provide of Apostilles and Authentications issued by DFAT.

If the document was issued electronically, simply upload the document in the booking form. If the document was issued in hard-copy, we will send a free express post label for delivery of the original document to Swift Notary from anywhere in Australia, or postage instructions if sending from overseas or directly from the issuer.

We provide free express postage of the completed documents anywhere in Australia or we can arrange international delivery via DHL Express Worldwide for an additional cost. You can also choose to receive a PDF copy by email as soon as the document is completed.
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Australian Notary Publics are unable to witness the signing of documents electronically. Please visit the Society of Notaries in each state and territory if you need to locate a Notary in your area for witnessing. For your convenience, we have provided the links to the societies websites below:

New South Wales - Society of Notaries NSW
Victoria - Society of Notaries of VIC
Queensland - Society of Notaries of QLD
‍Western Australia - Public Notaries Society of WA
South Australia - Society of Notaries of SA
Tasmania - The Supreme Court of Tasmania
‍Northern Territory - Northern Territory Public Notaries
Australian Capital Territory - ACT Courts
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© 2024 Swift Co Pty Ltd (ACN 669 355 677) trading as Swift Notary, Swift Apostille and Swift Authentication is based in Perth and serves clients Australia-wide and overseas. We are a leading provider of Apostille and Authentication services in Australia. We partner with Australian Notary Publics to provide Notary services. Postal address: PO Box 8269, Perth BC, WA 6849