Pakistan Document Attestation & Notarial Services in Australia
The Pakistan High Commission in Canberra and Consulates in Sydney and Melbourne provide document attestation, power of attorney, affidavits, and Nikah Nama registration for Pakistani citizens in Australia.
Document Attestation
Documents must first be authenticated by Australian DFAT (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) before Pakistan mission attestation.
- Educational certificates and transcripts
- Birth, death, and marriage certificates
- Police clearance certificates
- Medical reports
- Commercial and business documents
- Court orders and legal documents
Power of Attorney
Execute a Power of Attorney for property, legal, or financial matters in Pakistan.
- Special POA: For specific transactions (recommended)
- General POA: Broad authority (use with caution)
Requirements:
- Drafted POA document
- Valid passport and NICOP
- Two witnesses with ID
- Personal appearance required
- Fee payment in AUD
Affidavits and Declarations
- Sworn affidavits for legal proceedings
- Name change declarations
- Marital status declarations
- No-objection certificates
Nikah Registration
Islamic marriages performed in Australia can be registered at the High Commission or Consulates. Both parties, two witnesses, and the Wali must be present. Bring passports, NICOPs, and fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
First get your documents authenticated by DFAT (Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade). Then bring the DFAT-authenticated documents to the Pakistan High Commission in Canberra or a Consulate in Sydney/Melbourne for attestation. Bring original documents, copies, passport, and fee.
POA fees vary by type and complexity. Contact the High Commission at +61-2-62901676 or Consulate Sydney at +61-2-92622020 for current fees. You must appear in person with the drafted POA, passport, NICOP, and two witnesses with ID.
Yes. Islamic marriages performed in Australia can be registered at the High Commission or Consulates. Both parties, two male witnesses (or one male and two female), and the Wali must be present. Bring valid passports, NICOPs, and the applicable fee.
Yes. Australian documents must first be authenticated by DFAT before the Pakistan High Commission can attest them. This applies to educational certificates, birth/death/marriage certificates, police clearance, and other official documents.
Visit the Consulate General of Pakistan in Sydney at Suite 3, Level 8, 32 Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000. Phone +61-2-92622020. Consular hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Services include attestation, POA, affidavits, and Nikah registration.
High Commission Info
- Location: Canberra
- Phone: +61-2-62901676
- Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-1:00 PM