At RSANotary.co.za, we aim to make document legalisation, notarisation, and couriering as simple and stress-free as possible. We are trusted and verified agents registered with DIRCO, with preferential access to obtain your documentation efficiently and quickly.
Please note that timings are estimates only, based on our experience. For the most accurate turnaround times and costs, we recommend that you contact us directly for up-to-date information.
To receive an accurate quote, contact us. Our team will respond promptly to guide you through your next steps.
Jump to pricing for:
- Notary services
- Apostille / Authentication / Attestation
- Police Clearance Certificates
- Personal documents
- Divorce documents
- Other services
- Courier / delivery fees
Notary services
| Service | Price (excl VAT) | Estimated timing |
|---|---|---|
| Antenuptial Contract (with/without accrual) |
R4,550 | 7-10 days (includes Deeds Office) |
| Will and Testament | R4,550 | 7-10 days (includes Deeds Office) |
| Life Partner Agreement | R5,550 | 1 week |
| Co-habitation Agreement | R5,550 | 1 week |
| Company registration | R8,250 | Consultation |
| Trust registration | R8,350 | Consultation |
| Original Title Deed | R6,450 | 1-3 weeks |
| Digital Title Deed copy | R1,100 | 1-5 days |
| Sworn Translation (all languages) |
~R1,500 per page (send copies to quote) |
2-5 working days |
| Divorce Settlements | Please enquire | Consultation |
| Power of Attorney (POA) | Please enquire | Consultation |
Apostille / Authentication / Attestation
| Service | Price (excl VAT) | Estimated timing |
|---|---|---|
| Apostille Service (DIRCO Pretoria Registered Agent) |
From R875 per document + extras if applicable + discounted courier |
From 1 to 8 weeks Varies per document type (DIRCO appointment) |
| High Court Apostille (excludes Notary) |
R1,350 per document (depending on court) | 1-5 working days (depending on court) |
| Apostille SA qualification (SAQA and DIRCO) |
R2,975 – SAQA R2,750 – Umalusi R875 – DIRCO |
2-4 weeks 2-6 weeks 2-6 weeks |
| Apostilled SA medical certificate (first HPCSA, then DIRCO) |
R2,180 – HPCSA R875 – DIRCO |
2-6 weeks total |
| Notarisations (by notary public) |
R950 per page | 1-2 working days |
| Embassy attestations (read: Attestations) |
Service / embassy fees vary | 1-6 weeks (depending on country) |
Police Clearance Certificates
Click here to start applying for your Police Clearance.
Please note that the estimated timings below apply if there are no convictions.
| Service | Price (excl VAT) | Estimated timing |
|---|---|---|
| SAPS Police Clearance (Basic service) |
R2,975 SAPS-91(a) form |
15-20 working days |
| SAPS Police Clearance (Extra attention) |
R3,950 SAPS-91(a) form |
15 working days |
| SAPS Police Clearance (Priority service) |
R5,515 SAPS-91(a) form |
8-10 working days |
| SAPS Police Clearance (Front-of-queue service) |
R6,915 SAPS-91(a) form |
3-6 working days |
| SAPS Police Clearance (Speed up existing application) |
R4,725 (SMS reference needed) |
5 working days |
| SAPS Police Clearance Reprint (within 3 months) |
R2,500 | 5-10 working days |
Personal documents
| Service | Price (excl VAT) | Estimated timing |
|---|---|---|
| Abridged Birth Certificate Abridged Marriage Certificate |
R3,150 DHA-154 form |
2-5 working days |
| Unabridged Birth Certificate (standard) | R5,125 DHA-154 form |
4-8 weeks |
| Unabridged Birth Certificate (priority) | R6,815 DHA-154 form |
1-4 weeks |
| Unabridged Marriage Certificate (standard) | R5,125 DHA-130 form |
4-8 weeks |
| Unabridged Marriage Certificate (priority) | R6,815 DHA-130 form |
1-4 weeks |
| Unabridged Marriage Certificate (without Marital Register) | R6,715 | 1-4 weeks |
| Vault Birth or Marriage Certificate (from DHA archives) | R5,550 DHA-154 form |
6-8 weeks |
| Unabridged Death Certificates (standard) (information here) |
R5,125 | 4-8 weeks |
| Unabridged Death Certificates (priority) (information here) |
R6,815 | 1-4 weeks |
| Letter of No Impediment (single or divorced status) (standard) | R5,125 DHA-1155 form |
4-8 weeks |
| Letter of No Impediment (single or divorced status) (priority) | R6,815 DHA-1155 form |
1-4 weeks |
| Status check ID number check |
R875 | 1-2 days |
| Marital Status Check (information here) |
R99 | 1 day |
| ID number search | R1,500 | 1-5 days |
| Marriage registration | R4,550 | 2 weeks |
| Confirmation of Marriage (proof of marriage) | R4,850 Mainly for foreign marriages |
1-4 weeks |
| Surname change (due to marriage or divorce only) | R3,750 | 1-2 weeks |
| Correction on DHA documents | R2,450 | Dependent on correction |
Divorce documents
| Service | Price (excl VAT) | Estimated timing |
|---|---|---|
| Divorce registration | R4,550 | ~2 weeks |
| Divorce decree with case number | R4,750 | 1-4 weeks (longer if off-site) |
| Divorce decree without case number | R5,750 | 1-24 weeks (much longer if ex-court) |
| Settlement Agreement (if exists in file) |
+R1,250 (added to above) |
Other services
| Service | Price (excl VAT) | Estimated timing |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers License Verification Certificate (read more here) |
R4,125 | 2-5 weeks |
| SANDF Discharge Certificate Military Exemption |
R3,915 | 2-8 weeks |
| Foreign Embassy Stamps and Attestations (read more here) |
R1,500 (excl. auth./embassy) | 3-5 days |
| Translations (all languages) | ~R1,500 per page (send copies to quote) |
2-5 working days |
| Police Clearance Collections | R1,500 | 1-5 working days (once completed) |
| TEFL Apostille Pack (read more here) |
Discount for 3 documents or more | 2-3 weeks |
| Criminal Record Expungements (form and criteria) |
R12,000 | 6-8 weeks |
Courier / delivery fees
| Service | Price (excl VAT) | Estimated timing |
|---|---|---|
| We collect and deliver in the main Joburg/Pretoria areas | R450 | 1 day |
| We collect-courier or courier from or to a South African address (DHL) | R275 each way | 1-3 days |
| We collect-courier or courier from or to an international address (DHL) | R995 each way | 2-5 days |
Why choose RSANotary.co.za?
Saving you time
We handle the queues, applications, phone calls, and collections on your behalf. Our team follows up directly with government departments and embassies, ensuring your documents are processed as quickly as possible, especially useful if you’re based outside South Africa.
More cost-effective than doing it yourself
When you factor in travel costs, time off work, and the effort involved in navigating the legalisation process, our service is the smarter and more affordable choice. We streamline everything to save you both time and money.
Experience and know-how
RSANotary.co.za is a trusted document concierge service with years of experience.
Our team includes lawyers, notaries, marriage officers, and financial experts who understand the complexities of legal and official documentation.
Be cautious of unverified operators, your personal documents deserve professional care and accountability.
Full compliance and confidentiality
We are POPIA and PAIA compliant. Once your instruction is complete, all extra digital and physical copies of your documentation are securely disposed of.
We take client confidentiality and data protection seriously, your information stays safe with us.