Commissioner for Oaths & Notary Public Services

Certified authentication, attestation, and notarization of documents for use in Uganda and internationally

Certified Document Authentication Services

As a duly certified Commissioner for Oaths and Notary Public in Uganda, we provide official document authentication, attestation, and notarization services for both domestic use and international purposes.

Document Authentication Affidavits Statutory Declarations International Documents Legal Certifications Signature Witnessing
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Official Notary Public Services

Our notary services provide the official authentication required for documents to be legally recognized in Uganda and internationally. We ensure proper verification, execution, and certification in accordance with Ugandan law and international standards.

Duly certified Commissioner for Oaths under Ugandan law
Registered Notary Public authorized to authenticate documents
Experience with international document legalization processes
Appointments available for efficient service delivery
Notary Services

Our Notary Services

Comprehensive document authentication and legalization services

Affidavits & Statutory Declarations

Commissioning of affidavits, statutory declarations, and other sworn statements for use in legal proceedings, immigration applications, and official matters.

  • Affidavit commissioning
  • Statutory declarations
  • Sworn statements

Document Authentication

Certifying copies of original documents including passports, academic certificates, birth certificates, marriage certificates, and other official documents.

  • Copy certification
  • Original document verification
  • Official document attestation

International Document Legalization

Notarizing documents for use abroad and advising on the apostille process for countries party to the Hague Convention.

  • International notarization
  • Apostille advisory
  • Foreign use certification

Witnessing Signatures

Witnessing and attesting signatures on legal documents, contracts, powers of attorney, deeds, and other important instruments.

  • Signature witnessing
  • Document execution
  • Identity verification

Powers of Attorney

Notarization of powers of attorney for property transactions, business matters, and personal affairs, both general and specific.

  • Power of attorney execution
  • Specific authority documents
  • General authority certification

Certified True Copies

Providing certified true copies of original documents with official notary certification for official and legal purposes.

  • True copy certification
  • Official document copies
  • Legal record certification

Notary Service Requirements & Process

What you need to know before your notary appointment

Identification Requirements

  • Original Identification: Valid passport, national ID, or driver's license
  • Photocopy: Copy of identification for our records
  • Recent Photo: Passport-sized photo if required for specific documents
  • Additional Documents: Any supporting documents relevant to the matter

Document Preparation

  • Original Documents: All original documents must be presented
  • Unsigned Documents: Documents must be unsigned before appointment
  • Clear Copies: High-quality copies for certification
  • Complete Information: All blanks must be filled before notarization

Appointment Process

  • Schedule Appointment: Contact us to schedule notary service
  • Document Review: Preliminary review of documents may be required
  • In-Person Attendance: All parties must attend in person
  • Verification: Identity and document verification conducted

International Documents

  • Hague Convention: Apostille certification for member countries
  • Non-Hague Countries: Additional legalization through Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Translation Requirements: Certified translations if documents not in English
  • Country-Specific Rules: Guidance on destination country requirements

Commonly Notarized Documents

Frequently requested documents for notarization and authentication

Educational Documents

  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Degree certificates and diplomas
  • Professional qualification certificates
  • School reports and records

Personal Documents

  • Passports and national IDs
  • Birth and marriage certificates
  • Divorce decrees and death certificates
  • Police clearance certificates

Business Documents

  • Company registration documents
  • Board resolutions and minutes
  • Commercial contracts and agreements
  • Business licenses and permits

Property Documents

  • Title deeds and land certificates
  • Sale agreements and transfers
  • Mortgage documents and deeds
  • Lease agreements and tenancies

Immigration Documents

  • Visa applications and supporting documents
  • Sponsorship declarations and affidavits
  • Financial support documents
  • Relationship verification documents

Legal Documents

  • Affidavits and statutory declarations
  • Powers of attorney
  • Wills and testamentary documents
  • Court documents and pleadings

International Document Legalization

1

Notary Public Certification

Documents are notarized by our certified Notary Public, providing the first level of authentication for international use.

2

Ministry of Justice Verification

For some countries, documents require verification by the Ministry of Justice to confirm the notary's authority.

3

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Legalization

Documents are submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for additional authentication for non-Hague Convention countries.

4

Destination Country Embassy/Consulate

For some countries, final authentication is required at the destination country's embassy or consulate in Uganda.

5

Apostille Certification (Hague Countries)

For Hague Convention countries, documents receive an Apostille certificate instead of steps 2-4.

Hague Apostille Convention Countries

Uganda is a member of the Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents. Documents destined for other member countries require only notarization and Apostille certification, simplifying the legalization process.

United Kingdom United States Canada Australia Germany France South Africa Kenya Tanzania Rwanda

Fees & Service Timelines

Transparent pricing and efficient service delivery

Basic Notary Services

  • Affidavit/Statutory Declaration: UGX 30,000
  • Document Certification (per page): UGX 20,000
  • Signature Witnessing: UGX 25,000
  • Power of Attorney: UGX 50,000

International Legalization

  • Apostille Certification: UGX 100,000 + Govt. fees
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs: UGX 80,000 + Govt. fees
  • Embassy Legalization: Cost varies by embassy
  • Document Translation Certification: UGX 40,000/page

Service Timelines

  • Standard Notary Service: Same day
  • Apostille Certification: 3-5 working days
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 5-7 working days
  • Embassy Legalization: 7-14 working days

Important Information

  • All fees exclude government charges
  • Urgent service available at 50% premium
  • Bulk discounts for multiple documents
  • Corporate rates available for regular clients

Need Document Notarization?

Contact us to schedule an appointment for Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public services.

Direct: (+256) 393 102 760
alfred@madaba.law
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