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New Zealand Notary Listings
No notaries are listed in New Zealand yet. We're recruiting notaries in this area now — you can send a request and we'll match you the moment one joins, or list your own practice and be first in front of local clients.
Notaries public and Justices of the Peace
Notaries public in New Zealand are senior members of the legal profession — a separate role from a solicitor and from a Justice of the Peace.
Justices of the Peace can witness certain documents for use within New Zealand, but documents for international use generally require a notary public. Check which your document needs before booking.
Documents for use outside New Zealand
Apostilles for New Zealand public documents are issued by the Department of Internal Affairs. A notary can prepare and certify your documents for apostille, but does not issue it — and acceptance abroad depends on the receiving country's requirements.
What to Ask Before Booking
- Confirm you need a notary public rather than a Justice of the Peace — documents for international use generally require a notary.
- Ask whether the document needs a Department of Internal Affairs apostille after notarisation.
- Ask whether certified copies are offered if your document is a copy rather than an original.
- Check office and mobile appointment options and get a fee quote before booking.
New Zealand Notary FAQ
How do I find a notary in New Zealand?
Browse the listings above or send a request — we'll match you with professionals serving New Zealand as soon as they're available.
Do I need a notary public or a Justice of the Peace?
Justices of the Peace witness certain documents for use within New Zealand; documents for international use generally require a notary public.
Can a New Zealand notary issue an apostille?
No — apostilles are issued by the Department of Internal Affairs. Your notary prepares documents for apostille but doesn't issue it.
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