Documents notarised, apostilled and authenticated — delivered anywhere in South Africa.
Registered notary public. High Court apostilles. Full DIRCO authentication. Documents accepted by courier from anywhere in the country.
Whether you are emigrating, studying abroad, applying for a spousal visa, sending a power of attorney overseas or need certified copies for any purpose — our registered notary public handles the full process precisely and correctly. Not in Benoni? No problem. Clients across South Africa courier their documents to us, and we courier the certified, apostilled documents straight back.
Contact us first so we can confirm exactly what your destination country requires.
Not sure what your destination country requires? We will confirm it for you before you pay for anything.
Requirements differ by country and document type. We check first — so your documents are not rejected after you have already paid.
What we can do for you
Our registered notary public handles a full range of notarial and authentication services:
Certified true copies
Notarised copies of birth certificates, passports, IDs, diplomas, marriage certificates and other originals — certified accurately, without any changes or alterations.
High Court apostille (Hague countries)
Notarisation of your document followed by an Apostille Certificate issued by the High Court, for use in any country that has signed the Hague Apostille Convention.
Full authentication (non-Hague countries)
The complete chain: notarisation, High Court certification, DIRCO authentication, and embassy or consulate legalisation for countries outside the Hague Convention.
Powers of attorney for overseas use
Drafting, execution and notarisation of powers of attorney authorising someone to act on your behalf in another country, prepared to the standards that destination requires.
Antenuptial and postnuptial contracts
Drafting and registration of antenuptial contracts — which must be signed before a registered notary — as well as postnuptial contracts and life partnership agreements.
Notarial deeds, leases and bonds
Notarial deeds of servitude, notarial leases, notarial bonds and cessions of exclusive use areas in sectional title schemes, executed correctly and lodged at the Deeds Office.
Serving clients across South Africa — by courier
You do not need to travel to our office. Clients from Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Bloemfontein and across the country courier their documents to us. Here is how it works:
Contact us first
Email or call us to tell us which document you need notarised and which country it is destined for. We confirm exactly what is required — apostille, DIRCO chain or embassy — and give you our postal address.
Courier your originals to us
Send your original documents by courier (e.g. The Courier Guy, RAM Couriers, Aramex) to our Benoni office. Please use a tracked service and insure valuables. We will confirm receipt.
We notarise and arrange the apostille
Our registered notary certifies your document, then we attend to the High Court apostille or DIRCO authentication chain on your behalf. We keep you updated at every step.
We courier them back to you
Once complete, we courier your fully certified, apostilled documents back to your address anywhere in South Africa. You receive them ready to present at your embassy, institution or employer abroad.
In the area? You are welcome to bring your documents directly to our Benoni office. Both options — in person or by courier — are equally efficient. Contact us to arrange.
Apostille vs authentication — what do you need?
The process depends entirely on which country the document is going to.
Apostille — Hague Convention countries
UK, USA, Germany, Netherlands, Australia, Canada and many more
- 1We notarise (certify) your document
- 2The High Court Registrar issues an Apostille Certificate
- 3Your document is accepted in all Hague member countries
South Africa signed the Hague Apostille Convention. An apostille is the fastest and simplest route for most emigration, study and employment documents.
Authentication — non-Hague countries
UAE (pre-2024), some Middle Eastern and African countries
- 1We notarise your document
- 2The High Court certifies the notary's signature
- 3DIRCO (Department of International Relations & Cooperation) authenticates
- 4The destination country's embassy or consulate legalises
We manage the full chain for you so nothing is missed and your document is not rejected at the final step.
Not sure which applies to you? Contact us with your document and destination country — we will check and confirm at no charge.
Documents we commonly notarise and apostille
If your document is not listed, contact us — we can advise whether and how we can assist.
Why choose Leoni Naude Inc
Registered notary public
Our notary is separately enrolled at the High Court under the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014 — a legal requirement for apostille and authentication work.
Nationwide courier service
You do not need to be near Benoni. Clients from Cape Town to Limpopo courier documents to us. We process and courier them straight back.
Hague and non-Hague expertise
We know the requirements for apostille countries and the full DIRCO authentication chain for countries outside the Convention — so your documents are not rejected.
Accurate, no-alteration certification
A notarised document must be an exact, unaltered copy. We execute every certification with precision to prevent rejection by overseas authorities.
Clear, upfront pricing
We confirm all fees — notary, High Court apostille and courier costs — before any work begins. No surprises.
Plain-language guidance
Notary processes can seem complicated. We explain every step clearly so you always know where your documents are and what happens next.
General information only. The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Document requirements vary by country and authority. Always confirm requirements with the receiving institution before submitting. Contact us and we will verify the correct process for your specific situation before any work begins.
What our clients say
I was relocating to the UK and needed apostilles on several documents urgently. They handled everything quickly and professionally and kept me updated throughout.
I couriered my documents from Cape Town. The process was smooth, communication was excellent, and the apostilled documents came back exactly as needed.
Clear advice on what I needed and why. They confirmed the requirements for my destination country before I even sent the documents. Highly recommended.
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Two easy ways to consult us
Wherever you are in South Africa, you can meet with us online. And if you would rather meet face to face, you are always welcome at our Benoni office. The choice is yours.
Online, anywhere in South Africa
Meet with us by online video call or phone from home, work or anywhere in the country. You never have to travel to get clear, professional advice on notary public & apostille services.
- No need to travel, wherever you are in the country
- Meet by video call or phone at a time that suits you
- The same attorneys and the same quality of advice
In person at our Benoni office
Prefer to meet in person? You are welcome to visit us at our office in Northmead, Benoni, on the East Rand. Just let us know your preference when you book.
- Sit down face to face with our team
- Easy to reach on the East Rand, with parking
- Bring your documents and ask everything in person
65, 8th Avenue, Northmead, Benoni, 1501
Get directions to our officeNeed a document notarised or apostilled?
Contact us first — we confirm exactly what your destination country requires and quote you before any work begins. In person at our Benoni office, or by courier from anywhere in South Africa.