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Understanding notarial practice in Ghana
Short guides on what a notary public does, the checks involved, and how to prepare your documents.
What a Notary Public does in Ghana
Who appoints a notary, what a notary is authorised to do, and what notarisation does — and does not — mean for your document.
Read article → Due DiligenceDue diligence: what a notary must check before acting
The checks behind every notarial act — identity, personal appearance, understanding, free will and a complete document — and why a notary must sometimes refuse.
Read article → DeclarationsAffidavit or statutory declaration? Knowing the difference
Ghanaian law draws a clear line between affidavits and statutory declarations. Here is where the line falls, and why it matters.
Read article → Powers of AttorneyPowers of attorney in Ghana: a practical guide
How a power of attorney is executed under the Powers of Attorney Act, 1998 (Act 549), when it can be irrevocable, and what to think about before you sign.
Read article → InternationalUsing Ghanaian documents abroad: notarisation and legalisation
Why documents from Ghana go through legalisation rather than an apostille, and the steps from notary to embassy.
Read article → Practical GuidePreparing for your notarial appointment
A short checklist to make sure your appointment goes smoothly and your document is accepted first time.
Read article →These articles are general information about the law and practice in Ghana as at October 2026. They are not legal advice on any particular matter.