Certified True Copy services
Banks and other organisations may ask for certified copies when reviewing an application. A Certified True Copy confirms that a copy matches the original examined by the certifier.
Before arranging certification, provide the recipient’s requirements, including the accepted certifier qualifications, wording, date and stamp format.
Certified copy fees
Documents you can enquire about
- Company records: incorporation documents, business registration certificates, constitutional documents and related records.
- Identity and address evidence: identity cards, passports, bank statements and other address documents.
- Other documents: academic certificates, agreements or documents requested by the receiving organisation.
Acceptance and the originals required depend on the document, certifier and intended use.
Certification arrangements
- Provide the document types, quantities, purpose and recipient’s requirements.
- Confirm the appropriate certification arrangements, fees and delivery method.
- Present originals and the requested information for examination by the certifier.
- Receive the certified copies and check names, dates, signatures and stamps.
Check the recipient’s requirements first
Banks, government departments and overseas organisations may accept only particular certifiers or copies certified within a specified period. Obtain their requirements before arranging the work.
If notarisation, an Apostille or consular legalisation is requested, provide the exact instructions. These are separate procedures from ordinary copy certification, with their own arrangements and fees.
Frequently asked questions
Are fees per document or per page?
The listed fees are per document. Confirm the quotation for multi-page documents, multiple copies or prescribed formats.
Is a phone photograph sufficient?
The certifier must examine originals as required. Photographs may help identify documents at the enquiry stage but do not replace the required original-document check.
How long does certification take?
Timing depends on the documents, recipient requirements and delivery method, and is confirmed when arrangements are agreed.
Will every recipient accept the certified copy?
The receiving organisation applies its own rules. Check certifier qualifications and format in advance.
Enquire about certified copies
Provide the document types, quantities and intended use to confirm arrangements and fees.