Notarial services in Saudi Arabia are regulated by the Ministry of Justice through which notaries
across Riyadh perform their legal duties concerning property deals along with power of
attorney documents and affidavits and contracts and business authorizations and declarations.
Notarial acts established in the Kingdom receive recognition from local institutions along with
international bodies when the countries have relevant diplomatic agreements and consular
authentication protocols.
Notary Services in Riyadh: Availability and Scope
Riyadh provides residents with two types of notary service access which include traditional
office-based channels in addition to digital online portals. The legal institution of Hamad and
Youssry Saleh Law Firm operates a certified notary public department to deliver document
management services which fulfill high legal standards of precision and detail-oriented care.
How Much is a Notary Fee in Riyadh or Saudi Arabia?
Notary fees in Riyadh vary depending on the nature and complexity of the document.
AHYSP provides transparent fee structures in advance, with itemized billing for legal clarity and
client confidence.
How to Notarize a Document in Riyadh
To notarize a document in Riyadh, follow these steps:
- Identify the type of document and ensure it is complete and signed where necessary.
- Prepare valid identification (Iqama or national ID for residents; passport for foreigners).
- Contact a licensed notary public or a law firm like AHYSP to schedule the notarization.
- Attend the appointment (in-person or online), verify your identity, and sign in the
presence of the notary. - Receive the notarized copy, stamped and recorded in the notarial registry.
Common Mistake Made by a Notary
Notaries who work in Riyadh regularly make an error when they do not check that the signer
possesses legal authority to sign the document. The Notary Public could render a document
void by attesting a POA from a person who is below age of majority or has no legal capacity.
What Notary Public Services Does AHYSP Offer?
Hamad and Youssry Saleh Law Firm provides comprehensive notary public services in Riyadh
and Cairo. These include:
- Emptying the real estate title deeds, according to the regulations.
- Issuing and revoking powers of attorney.
- Documenting, dissolving and amending mortgages.
- Documentation of company incorporation contracts, amendment supplements, and decisions of those with authority therein (currently suspended)
- Documenting the acknowledgment, receipt, and assignment of financial sums and movables.
For full details, visit our Notary Public Services page.
For expert legal assistance with notary public Riyadh matters, including personal, business, or
international document authentication, contact our team at info@ahysp.com. Our qualified
legal professionals will ensure swift, compliant, and secure notarization—online or in person.
FAQs
While notarized documents are legally valid within Saudi Arabia, recognition abroad may
require consular legalization or apostille, depending on the destination country.
If the document is not in Arabic and is intended for use within the Kingdom, a certified Arabic
translation is required before notarization; Saudi law also requires the presence of a legal
translator certified by the Kingdom with the foreigner when carrying out any transaction before
the Notary Public.
Yes, through the online notary Saudi Arabia portal, real estate documents can be notarized
remotely, subject to identity verification and document format compliance.
Indian nationals residing in or visiting Saudi Arabia often require notarized documents for visa
purposes, property matters, or official declarations back home. AHYSP Law Firm assists Indian
citizens by:
1. Providing notarized POAs and affidavits compliant with Indian legal requirements
2. Coordinating with the Indian Embassy or Consulate for further legalization
3. Offering bilingual documentation where required
Online notarization can also be accessed, making the process more convenient for non-
residents and remote applicants.
In Riyadh, straightforward attestations are usually completed on the same day. At AHYSP Law Firm, our team finalizes many routine notarizations within 2–3 hours. More complex corporate or property-related documents generally require 1–2 business days to complete full verification and registration.
