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Amanda Hodgson, Notary Public

Notarial services for documents going overseas

Corporate, media, sport and private client documents, authenticated and legalised so they are accepted first time, wherever in the world they are going.

Book an appointment Or call 07000 000 000

Notary Public of England and WalesRegulated by the Faculty Office

FCDO apostille arrangedStandard and premium services

Embassy legalisationFor countries outside the Hague Convention

Fees confirmed in writingBefore your appointment

The practice

A notary you deal with directly

AHJ Notary Solutions is the notarial practice of Amanda Hodgson. You speak to the notary handling your documents, from the first question about what the receiving country needs to the moment your papers are ready to send.

We act for companies opening overseas branches, productions crossing borders, clubs completing international transfers and families with property or paperwork abroad.

Amanda HodgsonNotary Public

About Amanda

Notarial services

Every document is checked against what the receiving country actually asks for, so it is not sent back.

For companies

Corporate & Business

Document authentication for businesses trading internationally or expanding overseas.

For productions

Media & Entertainment

Fast-track verification for the film, television and music industries.

For clubs and agents

Player Transfers

Authentication for international player movements and regulatory filings, before the deadline.

For you and your family

Private Individuals

Clear guidance on notarising your personal documents for use abroad.

Apostille and embassy

Global Legalisation

FCDO apostilles and embassy attestation, managed from start to finish.

Not sure which service you need?

Send us a copy of the document and tell us where it is going. We will confirm exactly what it needs.

Ask us

A notary’s seal is recognised by authorities around the world. Our job is to make sure the document behind it is right first time.

AHJ Notary Solutions

How an appointment works

Before you book

Tell us what the document is, which country it is for and your deadline. We confirm the route and our fees in writing before anything is arranged.

At your appointment

Bring your identification and the original documents. We check everything, witness any signatures and complete the notarial certificate.

After your appointment

Where an apostille or embassy legalisation is needed we submit the documents for you, then return them ready to use.

Global legalisation

From notarisation to embassy stamp, handled for you

Most documents going abroad need more than a notary’s seal. We manage the whole process so they come back compliant and legally recognised in the destination country.

FCDO apostille, through the premium or standard service
Consular and embassy attestation for countries outside the Hague Convention
One point of contact from first call to final return

About legalisation

What does a notary do?

A Notary Public is a qualified lawyer who prepares, witnesses and certifies documents so they will be accepted in other countries. The notary checks who you are, that you understand what you are signing and that you have the authority to sign, then records it with their signature and seal.

What is an apostille?

An apostille is a certificate issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) that confirms the signature and seal on a UK public document, including a notary’s. It is accepted in every country that has signed the Hague Apostille Convention.

What should I bring to my appointment?

Bring a valid passport or photo driving licence, a recent proof of address, and the documents themselves. If a document needs to be signed, do not sign it beforehand. Any instructions from the person or organisation abroad are also useful.

How long does it take?

Many documents can be notarised at a single appointment. Where an apostille or embassy legalisation is needed, timing depends on the route and the destination country. Tell us your deadline and we will recommend the standard or premium FCDO service accordingly.

Tell us where your documents are going.

We will confirm what is needed, what it will cost and arrange an appointment.

Book an appointment Call 07000 000 000