Check with the office. The official pages for this service leave out some details, or are older than a year. Use this page as a starting point and confirm fees and documents before you apply.
Consular officers certify contracts, wills and powers of attorney (except deals disposing of real estate in Russia or shares in Russian LLCs), certify copies, signatures and translations, and confirm that a person is alive, is in a particular place or matches a photo.
Where to apply in Australia
Consular Section of the Embassy of Russia in Canberra (78 Canberra Avenue, Griffith ACT). A Consulate-General is also listed in Sydney (Woollahra, NSW).
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Russia.
How to apply
Book an appointment with the consular section and attend in person with ID and the documents.
Documents you need
- Russian or foreign passport
- Documents to be certified
- Draft of the power of attorney or contract
Fees and processing time
The official pages do not publish a fee for this service. Ask the office before you apply.
Good to know
payment at the appointment is by non-cash means only (bank transfer or payment at a bank).
Official sources
- australia.mid.ru/ru/consular-section/consulate-ru/notary-office
- australia.mid.ru/ru/consular-section/consulate/prices
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Russia's official channels, last checked on 25 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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