London Notary Public services – Five Top Tips

Added: (Wed Jul 15 2009)

Pressbox (Press Release) - The services provided by a Notary Public are often misunderstood. Consequently London Notary Public Matthew Pryke, whose notarial practice is based in London’s West End, provides five top tips to ensure that the notarial services are both understood and provide value for money.

London Notary Public Services Tip 1 - Obtain a fee quote in advance. For most notarial matters the London Notary Public should be able to tell you the fees in advance of the meeting. If the London Notary Public cannot give you an exact quote, the London Notaries should be able to provide an accurate estimate.

London Notary Public Services Tip 2 - Shop around. As the fees charged by London notaries is not fixed you can speak to different London Notary Public Practices to compare prices. Expect to pay somewhere between £60 - £120 for any document notarised by a London Notary Public. Also check whether the Notaries practice charges VAT, as not all do.

London Notary Public Services Tip 3 - Send the Notary practice all of the documentation in advance of the meeting. To avoid any surprises or delays ensure that you fax or email all documentation to your London Notary in advance of the meeting. This will allow the meeting with your London Notary to run smoothly and also any further requirements or costs should be communicated by the London Notary Public in advance of the meeting.

London Notary Public Services Tip 4 - Ensure you bring the correct ID documents. A London Notary Public will require sight of your current and up to date passport and also a bank statement or utility bill which is less than 3 months old and confirms your UK address. Please remember that London Notary Public’s will not be able to accept mobile phone bills as proof of address.

London Notary Public Services Tip 5 - Don’t be afraid to ask your Notary questions. Any professional and approachable London Notary Public should make themselves available to answer any questions and provide any further information in advance of your meeting. Therefore if you have any questions either phone or email your London Notary Public in advance of your meeting.