Notarial Services

The Australian Embassy in Cairo can provide a limited range of notarial and documentary services for a fee. these include:

Legalisation of an Australian public document (Authentication of apostille)
Authenticate foreign documents intended for use in Australia that have already been translated into English and authenticated by Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants
Certifying copies of Australian documents or documents intended for use in Australia
Witnessing signatures on Australian forms
Witnessing the signing of Australian Statutory Declarations
Witnessing the making of an Australian Affidavit
Issuing a Certificate of no Impediment to Marriage (CNI)

The Embassy works on an appointment basis for notarial services . Click on the link below to book your own appointment:

Book appointment

In response to the Corona Virus (COVID-19), including measures put in place by local authorities, changes have been made to our services. These changes are intended to protect you (our clients), our staff and the wider community

Please read carefully the following information/general instructions concerning booked appointments and accessing the Embassy:

Note that the Embassy may cease public appointments at short notice in light of measures being applied by this office or the Egyptian authorities in response to Covid-19 concerns.
Note that the Embassy may need to reschedule your appointment at short notice to accommodate other urgent requests or due to staff availability. Please be respectful to staff if you are contacted in this regard.
Arrive at the time of your appointment - you may not be permitted to enter the building before your scheduled time.
The Embassy reserves the right to admit only the person(s) renewing their passport or requesting a notarial service - not additional guests - to prevent too many people filling our waiting room.
Avoid bringing children (except your child over the age of 16 years old applying for a passport) or other family members or friends.
Must wear a mask - please bring your own mask to be always worn during your visit at the Embassy.
Hands to be sanitised or washed upon your arrival at the Embassy (hand sanitiser will be available on site).

Getting married in Egypt

According to Egyptian law, in order for non-Egyptians to undertake a legal marriage in Egypt, they need to conduct a civil marriage at the Foreigners' Marriage Office at the Ministry of Justice. The non-Egyptian party to the marriage is required to present a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage (CNI) issued by their embassy in Egypt.

The Foreigners' Marriage Office requires further information that is not included in the CNI. To meet this requirement, the applicant must complete a Statutory Declaration that includes the required information and the Embassy issues a letter based on this declaration.

To obtain a CNI, the applicant needs to attend the Embassy in Cairo, at a prearranged appointment time (refer to “Booking an appointment” below), and bring the following documentation:

Current Australian passport
Partner’s ID/passport
Completed CNI application form
- Note: The declaration on page 3 must be completed during your appointment at the Embassy in the presence of an Australian Consular/Diplomatic Officer
Statutory Declaration with Sections 1 and 2 completed. Refer to this guide for the details that must be provided in Sections 1 and 2 of the Statutory Declaration.
- Note: Sections 3-8 must be completed during your appointment at the Embassy in the presence of an Australian Consular/Diplomatic Officer.
In case of any previous marriages, the applicant and/or their partner must submit supporting documents to prove how the marriage was terminated (e.g. divorce certificate, death certificate)

There is no need to obtain the CNI or a Single Status Certificate from Australia.

You can find more information on CNIs, overseas marriage and its recognition in Australia on the Smartraveller website.

The CNI is usually issued within two working days from the time of lodging the application. You will then need to have it authenticated by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).

You may approach the Foreigners’ Marriage Office for further information on the requirements for performing civil marriage. Their address is: 3 Lazoughli Square, Ministry of Justice's new building, Cairo and Tel: +2 02 2795 3587.

Divorced females

Under Sharia Law, a divorced female can only remarry after 3 months have passed from the date of her divorce. The date of the divorce is the latest date stated on an Australian divorce certificate issued by the appropriate judicial authority (i.e. when the divorce became absolute), and NOT a religious divorce certificate.

Authentication of translated documents

The Consular Section at the Embassy is unable to authenticate any documents translated by a local private translation service; however, we may provide certified true copies of these documents. While we do provide a list of accredited Egyptian translation offices, we are only able to recognise their work in the context of Australian passport applications.

Where should I get my documents translated?

In Egypt:
According to the type of document that needs to be translated, you may approach the relevant government agency (e.g. Ministry of Justice, Civil Status Organisation) for translation of both Egyptian and non-Egyptian documents. The translated document may then be authenticated by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and subsequently by the Embassy.

Please note the Embassy is not in a position to advise whether the translated document will then be acceptable for use in Australia. Only the Australian agency where the translated document will be lodged can advise as to the requirements of the translation/legalisation.

Certain documents (e.g. educational certificates/transcripts) may be requested to be issued in/translated to English by the issuing authority.

In Australia:
You need to have your documents translated by a translator accredited with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI). You can locate their list of accredited translators at www.naati.com.au.

If the translated document is for use in Egypt, it should first be authenticated by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in Australia. You can find more information on this process on the Smartraveller website. Following this, it can be authenticated by either the Egyptian Embassy/Consulate in Australia or the Australian Embassy in Cairo.

Letters of No Objection

The Embassy respectfully informs all relevant authorities/departments that it does not issue individual letters of no objection or supporting letters for Australian citizens to pursue any kind of activity in Egypt, Sudan, or Eritrea.

Instead, Australian citizens in need of a letter of no objection can download our universal letter of no objection in English and Arabic, free of charge. This letter applies to all Australian citizens and should be used in place of personalised letters confirming Australian citizens do not require the approval of the Australian Government for any of the following but not limited:

- Travelling to or through any country permitted under Australian law or to apply for a relevant visa.

- Pursuit of all types of education (i.e. school, university, and post graduate studies)

- Purchasing, transferring, exporting, and registering motor vehicles.

- Obtaining/replacing / renewing driving license.

- Obtaining work permits.

- Obtaining, renewing Egyptian residency.

- Burying deceased Australian citizens in Egypt.

- Confirmation of domicile.

Relevant authorities have been made aware of this policy.

Fees and charges for notarial services overseas

Fee schedule from 1 January 2021. All fees are in Australian dollars.

Administering an oath or receiving a declaration or affirmation: $74
Witnessing a signature or seal on a form or declaration: $74
Preparing a declaration or other document: $74
Verifying and certifying a copy of a document or part of a document: $74
Signing a document, or affixing a seal to a document or other article: $74
Preparation and issue of an Apostille certificate: $85
Preparation and issue of an Authentication certificate: $85
Preparation and issue of a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage: $150

Fees for notarial services increase on 1 January every year. Fees paid for notarial services are non-refundable.

Important Information

You need to ascertain what type of notarial service you require
You also need to ascertain whether there are any specific requirements (e.g. qualification of the officer who should perform the notarial act, certain wording to be used in certification, binding of affidavit documents, etc.) for performing that specific notarial act (refer to the Notarial Disclaimer below).

There is a brief description under each notarial service on our booking page; however, for further details (especially for legalisation of educational documents issued in Australia), you will need to refer to the Smartraveller website.
If you are coming with someone else who also needs to obtain notarial services, please make sure to book a separate appointment for each person. Only one client will be served per appointment.

Notarial Disclaimer

Please ensure that documents relating to notarial services you require from the Australian Embassy are presented in the correct form and that you provide the correct instructions for the notarial service you require.

If you are unsure of the legislative requirements relating to the notarial service you require, you should seek independent legal advice.

Please note that neither the Australian Government nor the Australian Embassy in Cairo, Egypt guarantees the legal effectiveness of the notarised document or the accuracy of its contents. Fees paid for notarial services are non-refundable.

Notarial Services

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The Australian Embassy in Cairo can provide a limited range of notarial and documentary services for a fee. these include:

Legalisation of an Australian public document (Authentication of apostille)

Authenticate foreign documents intended for use in Australia that have already been translated into English and authenticated by Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants

Certifying copies of Australian documents or documents intended for use in Australia

Witnessing signatures on Australian forms

Witnessing the signing of Australian Statutory Declarations

Witnessing the making of an Australian Affidavit

Issuing a Certificate of no Impediment to Marriage (CNI)

The Embassy works on an appointment basis for notarial services . Click on the link below to book your own appointment:

Book appointment

In response to the Corona Virus (COVID-19), including measures put in place by local authorities, changes have been made to our services. These changes are intended to protect you (our clients), our staff and the wider community

Please read carefully the following information/general instructions concerning booked appointments and accessing the Embassy:

Note that the Embassy may cease public appointments at short notice in light of measures being applied by this office or the Egyptian authorities in response to Covid-19 concerns.

Note that the Embassy may need to reschedule your appointment at short notice to accommodate other urgent requests or due to staff availability. Please be respectful to staff if you are contacted in this regard.

Arrive at the time of your appointment - you may not be permitted to enter the building before your scheduled time.

The Embassy reserves the right to admit only the person(s) renewing their passport or requesting a notarial service - not additional guests - to prevent too many people filling our waiting room.

Avoid bringing children (except your child over the age of 16 years old applying for a passport) or other family members or friends.

Must wear a mask - please bring your own mask to be always worn during your visit at the Embassy.

Hands to be sanitised or washed upon your arrival at the Embassy (hand sanitiser will be available on site).

Getting married in Egypt

The Foreigners' Marriage Office requires further information that is not included in the CNI. To meet this requirement, the applicant must complete a Statutory Declaration that includes the required information and the Embassy issues a letter based on this declaration.

To obtain a CNI, the applicant needs to attend the Embassy in Cairo, at a prearranged appointment time (refer to “Booking an appointment” below), and bring the following documentation:

Current Australian passport

Partner’s ID/passport

Completed CNI application form

Note: The declaration on page 3 must be completed during your appointment at the Embassy in the presence of an Australian Consular/Diplomatic Officer

Statutory Declaration with Sections 1 and 2 completed. Refer to this guide for the details that must be provided in Sections 1 and 2 of the Statutory Declaration.

Note: Sections 3-8 must be completed during your appointment at the Embassy in the presence of an Australian Consular/Diplomatic Officer.

In case of any previous marriages, the applicant and/or their partner must submit supporting documents to prove how the marriage was terminated (e.g. divorce certificate, death certificate)

There is no need to obtain the CNI or a Single Status Certificate from Australia.

You can find more information on CNIs, overseas marriage and its recognition in Australia on the Smartraveller website.

The CNI is usually issued within two working days from the time of lodging the application. You will then need to have it authenticated by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).

You may approach the Foreigners’ Marriage Office for further information on the requirements for performing civil marriage. Their address is: 3 Lazoughli Square, Ministry of Justice's new building, Cairo and Tel: +2 02 2795 3587.

Divorced females

Authentication of translated documents

Where should I get my documents translated?

Please note the Embassy is not in a position to advise whether the translated document will then be acceptable for use in Australia. Only the Australian agency where the translated document will be lodged can advise as to the requirements of the translation/legalisation.

Certain documents (e.g. educational certificates/transcripts) may be requested to be issued in/translated to English by the issuing authority.

In Australia: You need to have your documents translated by a translator accredited with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI). You can locate their list of accredited translators at www.naati.com.au.

Letters of No Objection

The Embassy respectfully informs all relevant authorities/departments that it does not issue individual letters of no objection or supporting letters for Australian citizens to pursue any kind of activity in Egypt, Sudan, or Eritrea.

- Travelling to or through any country permitted under Australian law or to apply for a relevant visa.

- Pursuit of all types of education (i.e. school, university, and post graduate studies)

- Purchasing, transferring, exporting, and registering motor vehicles.

- Obtaining/replacing / renewing driving license.

- Obtaining work permits.

- Obtaining, renewing Egyptian residency.

- Burying deceased Australian citizens in Egypt.

- Confirmation of domicile.

Relevant authorities have been made aware of this policy.

Fees and charges for notarial services overseas

Fee schedule from 1 January 2021. All fees are in Australian dollars.

Administering an oath or receiving a declaration or affirmation: $74

Witnessing a signature or seal on a form or declaration: $74

Preparing a declaration or other document: $74

Verifying and certifying a copy of a document or part of a document: $74

Signing a document, or affixing a seal to a document or other article: $74

Preparation and issue of an Apostille certificate: $85

Preparation and issue of an Authentication certificate: $85

Preparation and issue of a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage: $150

Fees for notarial services increase on 1 January every year. Fees paid for notarial services are non-refundable.

Important Information

You need to ascertain what type of notarial service you require

There is a brief description under each notarial service on our booking page; however, for further details (especially for legalisation of educational documents issued in Australia), you will need to refer to the Smartraveller website.

If you are coming with someone else who also needs to obtain notarial services, please make sure to book a separate appointment for each person. Only one client will be served per appointment.

Notarial Disclaimer

Please ensure that documents relating to notarial services you require from the Australian Embassy are presented in the correct form and that you provide the correct instructions for the notarial service you require.

If you are unsure of the legislative requirements relating to the notarial service you require, you should seek independent legal advice.

Please note that neither the Australian Government nor the Australian Embassy in Cairo, Egypt guarantees the legal effectiveness of the notarised document or the accuracy of its contents. Fees paid for notarial services are non-refundable.

In Australia:
You need to have your documents translated by a translator accredited with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI). You can locate their list of accredited translators at www.naati.com.au.