Professional notarial services for Jersey businesses
At Parslows Notaries, we deliver specialist notarial services tailored to the needs of Jersey businesses operating across borders. Our services assist companies in meeting the formal legal requirements of foreign jurisdictions, ensuring that business-critical documents are properly authenticated, certified, and legally recognised abroad.
Whether your organisation is entering into international commercial agreements, appointing representatives in overseas jurisdictions, or submitting corporate documentation to foreign regulators, our notaries provide the legal assurance required to facilitate smooth and compliant transactions. We work with businesses across a range of sectors—including finance, legal, real estate, and professional services—offering a reliable and efficient notarial process designed to meet commercial demands.
A Jersey Notary’s principal function is to provide formal verification of documents, transactions, and factual declarations for use outside the jurisdiction. This verification is frequently required by foreign lawyers, financial institutions, regulatory bodies, or government agencies, who may stipulate that documentation be notarised or legalised to satisfy evidentiary or compliance standards.
Our Notarial Services For Businesses Include:
Certifying company documents such as resolutions, contracts, and statutory records for use outside Jersey, ensuring they meet the legal standards of the receiving jurisdiction.
Notarising powers of attorney for corporate representatives acting abroad, commonly used in property transactions, litigation, or regulatory matters.
Administering sworn statements, affidavits, and statutory declarations on behalf of directors, officers, or shareholders for use in foreign legal or regulatory processes.
Providing certified proof of identity and verifying the authority of company officers or signatories for submission to overseas institutions.
Notarising documentation related to mergers, acquisitions, financing arrangements, and other international business activities.
What is a Notarial Certificate?
A notarial certificate confirms the authenticity of a document or fact, certified by a notary public. Common examples include verifying that a copy is a true copy of an original, witnessing a signature, or confirming a person’s authority to act on behalf of a company.
What Is The Use Of a Notarial Act?
Notarial acts are accepted as legally valid evidence in foreign jurisdictions without further proof, unless the contrary is shown. A notary will verify the contents of the document and any relevant facts, taking responsibility for their accuracy unless stated otherwise.
What Does Legalisation Mean?
Legalisation confirms that the notary public is duly authorised in Jersey. Documents may require:
- Apostille certification – issued by the Lieutenant Governor’s office in Jersey for countries party to the Hague Convention.
- Consular legalisation – for countries requiring embassy or consulate authentication.
Legalisation requirements vary by jurisdiction and may change without notice. We provide guidance to ensure your documents meet the necessary standards.
Basic Guide to Legalisation Requirements:
- Civil Code jurisdictions (e.g. France, Italy) – often require full legalisation unless Apostille accepted.
- Former British colonies or dependencies – no legalisation.
- Other jurisdictions – full legalisation unless Apostille accepted.
- Hague Convention countries – usually Apostille only.
What Does a Notary Cost?
Fees depend on the nature and complexity of the documents. To obtain a fixed fee, please provide:
- Type of document(s) to be notarised
- Number of documents and copies required
- Whether the documents relate to an individual or business
- Destination country for the documents
We offer fixed fees where possible. For more complex matters, fees are based on time spent.