Notary verification is the process of legally attesting documents through a Notary Public, making them legally recognized for official or international use. It is commonly required for:
- Educational documents (before IBCC or HEC attestation)
- Affidavits & agreements
- Power of attorney (for legal representation abroad)
- Business documents (contracts, property papers, etc.)
Step-by-Step Process for Notary Public Verification
Identify the Type of Document:
Educational certificates (Matric, Intermediate, Degrees)
- Legal documents (affidavits, property agreements)
- Business documents (contracts, partnership deeds)
- Personal documents (CNIC copies, birth/marriage certificates)
Notary Public does not verify original educational degrees. They only certify true copies before further verification from IBCC, HEC, or MOFA.
Visit a Notary Public Office
Location: Available in district courts, session courts, katcheri, and law firms.
Notary officers: Licensed by the Pakistan Bar Council.
Submit the Documents
Original document (for verification)
- Photocopies (for notarization)
- CNIC copy of the applicant
Payment of Notary Fee
The fee varies by document type & city, usually PKR 200 – 2,000 per document.
- Some lawyers may charge higher for affidavits or legal contracts.
Public Stamping & Signature
The notary officer will review, verify, and stamp/seal the document.
- The document is signed by the Notary Public and assigned a notarial number.
- Some documents require official stamps & signature verification from a Session Court.
Collection of Notarized Documents
Usually done on the same day.
- Some legal or official documents may require additional verification steps.
Verification for Foreign Use
If your notarized document is required for foreign use (immigration, study, work visa, etc.), follow these steps:
IBCC or HEC Attestation (For Educational Documents)
Matric/Intermediate → IBCC attestation
Degrees/Diplomas → HEC attestation
MOFA Attestation (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
After IBCC/HEC, submit to MOFA for official verification.
Embassy Attestation (If required)
Some countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, UK, etc.) require further embassy attestation.
Where to Find a Notary Public in Pakistan?
- District/Session Courts (Desks available)
- Katcheri (Legal Hubs) in every city
- Law firms & advocates
- Online directories (Check local listings)
Notary Verification Fees (Estimated)
- Document Type, Estimated Fee (PKR)
- Affidavit 200 – 500
- Educational Documents (per copy) 300 – 1,000
- Power of Attorney 1,500 – 3,000
- Business Contracts 2,000 – 5,000
Final Notes
Public only verifies copies – originals must be verified by IBCC/HEC/MOFA.
All notarized documents are legally valid in Pakistan.
For international use, notarization must be followed by MOFA attestation.
verification is usually completed within a few hours.
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