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UK Russia Sanctions and Notary Services

UK-Russia Sanctions - Including Notary Services In London And Legal Advisory Services In The United Kingdom.

Authorities introduced Russia Sanctions Regulations after Russian armed forces entered Ukraine in February 2022.

Initially, the sanctions targeted designated persons, goods, and technology, like iron and steel products and money market instruments.

On 29 June 2023 sanctions have extended to the provision of legal services. This includes notary services.

Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (the Russia Regulations) and amendment made on 29 June 2023

New Russian Regulations regarding sanctions restrict provision of legal services to non UK nationals in certain situations.


Sanctions prohibit the provision of legal services regarding finance and trade matters.


These restrictions are against trade, including commercial transactions, negotiation or any other deeds conducted with a third party.

Specifically for notary publics in London, the Regulations prohibit the preparation, execution or verification of a legal document.


So, documents like powers of attorney, letters of authority or contracts would prohibit us from notarising such documents. This is the case even in situations where the person in the UK wished to gift the property.


The Regulations clearly prohibit notarial services.


UK Russia Sanctions

Exceptions to the Russia (Sanctions) EU Exit Regulations

Exceptions apply where the legal services relate to contentious matters.


UK Russia sanctions guidance - what we help with:

  • litigation proceedings documents
  • arbitration proceedings documents or
  • mediation proceedings documents

We can help if the issue is not related to trade.

Examples include the authorising family members to alter local authority registers, filing birth, death, marriage or divorce papers.


We will have to conduct a search on the sanctions register maintained by the UK Government who provide a sanctions overview.

 
Restricted services notary publics include:

  • services include receiving payments from or transferring funds to persons on the sanctions list
  • dealing with their economic resources
  • making even legitimate payments to those persons

So if these exemptions apply to you and you need a notary in London, please contact us for more information. Telephone +442074992605

Email notary@notarypublicinlondon.com

Complete the form and get the process started

We have created a contact form that allows you to specify what documents you need to notarise.

There is also an option for you to attach the document, so the process is easier and more efficient. 

Why did authorities introduce these sanctions specific to legal advice?

These extended sanctions bring the UK into line with European Union and US trade sanctions and Business operations sanctions.


The aim is to limit Russian banks and businesses from obtaining transactional legal services. With a keen eye on the fact that many international agreements stipulate English law as the choice of law.


The UK sanction applies to UK and non-UK nationals.

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China joins Hague Convention
Apostille, China

China joins the Apostille Convention: What does it Mean for You

On the 8th of March 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) officially became a member of the Hague Convention 1961. Marking a significant step towards simplifying and speeding up document legalisation. This historic change will take effect on the 7th of November 2023. Bringing about several benefits for individuals and businesses requiring document authentication.

China Apostille Convention

What is the Hague Convention?

The Hague Convention, also known as the Apostille Convention, is a global treaty that establishes international standards for the procedures related to the legalisation of foreign documents. For you, our valued client, this means a more efficient and straightforward method for ensuring document validity.

Benefits of China joining the Hague Convention.

China joining Hague Convention means no more Consulates and Embassies for document legalisation. All countries within the Convention now recognize the Apostille as a universally accepted and sufficient way of authenticating documents. To learn more about the Apostille and how to get it, please visit our dedicated website. You will find detailed explanations of the process there, so you have all the information you need.

Starting from November 7, 2023, legalising documents for use in China will be easier, faster, and cheaper. This monumental change reflects a commitment to simplifying international transactions and interactions, ultimately making your experience with document legalisation a seamless one.

Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the UK has made an announcement that can help you further understand the implications of Apostille Convention.

Conclusion

China joining the Hague Convention improves the global notarial system, making it more connected and efficient. We are happy to inform you about the improvements, and excited to continue providing excellent notary services in this changing environment.

Notarial Services for China

At Edward Young Notaries and Lawyers we have years of experience helping clients get their documents for China legalised. 

The changing procedures will not impact the quality of our service. On the contrary, we will be able to get your documents back to you faster than ever before!

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