Notarized Documents

A notarized document is a document that has been certified by a licensed notary public, verifying its authenticity, legality, and accuracy.
Notarization gives the document official legal status and is often required for its use in legal proceedings or abroad.

🎯 Purpose of Notarization:

• Confirm the authenticity of a document

• Give legal force to agreements and statements

• Ensure the document is accepted by courts or government authorities

• Make the document valid for international use (via apostille or legalization)

📑 Examples of Documents Requiring Notarization:

1. Employment contracts

2. Lease agreements (property, vehicles, etc.)

3. Partnership or business agreements

4. Powers of attorney (general or specific)

5. Prenuptial agreements

6. Copies of diplomas, academic certificates (especially for foreign use)

7. Birth, marriage, or divorce certificates

8. Translations with notarized certification

9. Court rulings or certified copies

10. Passport or ID document copies (in some cases)

⚖️ Legal Framework in Uzbekistan:

• Governed by the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Notariat”

• Notarization can only be done by an officially licensed notary

• Required documents: original paper, ID/passport, payment receipt

🌍 For Use Abroad:

If the notarized document is to be used internationally:

• Apostille — if the country is a member of the Hague Convention

• Consular/legalization procedure — for non-member countries