Nepal Notary Public Eligibility

Notary Public Act of Nepal: Roles, Duties, Penalties, and Legal Procedures

The Notary Public Act of Nepal is a crucial legal framework that governs the roles, appointment, and regulation of notary publics across Nepal. Designed to ensure transparency, authenticity, and accuracy in legal documentation, the Act establishes a strict set of qualifications, duties, and prohibitions for notary services. It regulates document certification, translation, and attestation processes while enforcing high ethical and professional standards. Notaries are appointed through a structured process, with certificates valid for five years, subject to renewal. The Act outlines clear penalties for misconduct, unauthorized practices, and document fraud, ensuring integrity in legal procedures. Notary services are critical in personal, legal, business, real estate, and international dealings in Nepal. Alpine Law Associates offers full legal support in notarial procedures, appeals, and compliance guidance. This article explains the eligibility criteria, prohibited activities, certification and translation processes, and legal consequences under Nepal’s notarial law.