Notary Services

Haim Shamli provides notary services, including signature authentication, certified copies and notarized translations. His office is in Rishon LeZion. Meetings by appointment. He works in Hebrew, Russian, English and Georgian.

Israeli notary public: what a notary does and when an apostille is needed

An Israeli notary may, among other acts, authenticate signatures, certify copies and translations, and receive affidavits (Notaries Law, 1976, s. 7(opens in a new tab)). Signature authentications and certified copies for use abroad, including at a foreign embassy in Israel, may be made only by a notary (s. 8). Fees are fixed by regulation, and apostilles for notarial documents are issued by the courts.

Notarized or certified translation?

A notary may certify a translation only if the notary knows both languages and made or checked it (s. 15). The Ministry of Justice register of notaries(opens in a new tab) shows each notary's declared languages. A translation certified only by a translator is not a notarial certificate, so ask the receiving authority in writing which form it accepts.

Is an apostille needed, and who issues it?

An apostille confirms the signature, capacity and seal on a public document, not its content (HCCH(opens in a new tab)). Court secretariats issue it for notarial documents; ministry certificates such as birth certificates go to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or, for some certificates, a digital service (Courts(opens in a new tab), MFA(opens in a new tab)). Countries outside the 1961 Hague Convention need a court certificate, Foreign Ministry approval and their embassy's or consulate's stamp instead. As stated on the courts' page on 27 September 2026, the fee is NIS 41 per apostille.

How much does a notary charge?

Fees are set by the Notaries Regulations (Service Fees), 1978 and updated every 1 January (Ministry of Justice(opens in a new tab)). As stated on 27 September 2026 in the 2026 fee notice(opens in a new tab) linked there: NIS 197 for the first signature, NIS 77 for a certified copy's first page and NIS 251 for a translation of up to 100 words, plus VAT. Charging more, or less without sufficient reason, is a disciplinary offence (s. 34).

What to bring, and can it be done remotely?

Bring the document (the original, if a copy is to be certified, s. 12) and an Israeli identity card, a passport or another public document with a photo; a real estate power of attorney requires an identity card or passport (Notaries Regulations, reg. 2(opens in a new tab)). The signer must appear in person, be identified and sign before the notary (s. 11).

Can a power of attorney for use abroad be signed in Israel?

Yes, a notary authenticates the signature. A document in a language the signer does not know must first be translated for the signer (reg. 7). The certificate is in Hebrew or Arabic and, for use abroad, may on request also be in English or another language (reg. 9). The receiving authority decides whether an apostille or a translation is also needed.

Official sources: Courts: apostille(opens in a new tab), Foreign Ministry: public documents(opens in a new tab), Justice Ministry: notary fees(opens in a new tab), HCCH status table(opens in a new tab)

Comprehensive, professional and reliable notary services - from signature certification to international documents

A Notary – Your Trusted Legal Authority for Official Documentation

A notary is a lawyer with special certification granted by the Ministry of Justice, authorized to authenticate documents and perform legal actions with official status. Our office provides a wide range of notarial services required in various personal and professional matters:

• Authentication of signatures on official documents
• Certification of document copies as true to the original
• Notarized translations
• Drafting and certification of declarations and affidavits
• Certification of real estate transactions
• Processing of international documents
• Preparation of powers of attorney
• Drafting and notarization of wills
• And much more

Why Choose Our Notarial Services?

We offer professional, reliable, and prompt service while strictly adhering to all applicable regulations and standards. Each document is handled with care and full confidentiality.

Key Benefits of Working with a Notary:

• Legal Validity: Notarized documents carry special legal status and are recognized by courts and authorities.
• International Recognition: Most notarial documents are accepted in countries around the world.
• Fraud Prevention: Notarization significantly reduces the risk of forgery or misrepresentation.
• Time Efficiency: Notarial certification helps you avoid unnecessary bureaucratic delays.

Our Notarial Services – In Detail

1. Signature Authentication:

• Verifying the identity of the signer and ensuring their understanding of the document
• Certifying the authenticity of the signature on legal agreements, contracts, and financial instruments
• Issuing an official notarial confirmation

2. Certification of Document Copies:

• Careful comparison of the original and its copy
• Verifying the copy's accuracy and completeness
• Applying notarial signature and seal

3. Notarized Translations:

• Translations to and from Hebrew, English, Russian, and Georgian
• Verifying the translation’s accuracy
• Issuing a notarized certificate of translation authenticity

4. Declarations and Affidavits:

• Drafting legal declarations tailored to the client’s needs
• Administering oaths and explaining legal consequences to the declarant

5. Real Estate Transaction Certification:

• Reviewing real estate transaction documents
• Supervising and notarizing the signing of the documents

6. Apostille Certification:

• Attaching an apostille that gives your notarial document legal effect in most countries under the Hague Convention

Our Commitment

We provide notarial services with an emphasis on precision, reliability and confidentiality. We are here to assist you with all your notarial needs and to help ensure that your documents are properly certified. For consultation or to schedule an appointment, contact us: Advocate & Notary Haim Shamli. Get a Consultation Back to Services