Power of Attorney Translation
Certified translation for banking, real estate, and notarial mandates in Canada.
Do Canadian banks need a certified power of attorney translation?
Canadian banks, notaries and land registries ask for a certified translation of a foreign power of attorney for financial and real estate transactions. The translation must render the exact scope of the powers granted, the names of the parties and the expiry conditions, since the institution relies on that wording.
- ✓Banks: Certified PDF accepted
- ✓Notaries: Sealed paper preferred
- ✓Real estate: Both formats accepted
Required Documents
- Complete power of attorney document
- All pages including signatures and notary stamps
- Annexes or schedules if applicable
Recommended Format by Institution
| Institution | Recommended Format | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Banks | Certified PDF | Digital verification possible |
| Notary | Sealed paper | Original preferred for mandates |
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Certified translation
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Delivery
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do banks accept PDF translations?
Each bank sets its own requirement: some accept a certified PDF, others ask for sealed paper. Check with yours.
Do I need notarization?
Certification is sufficient for most uses. If the recipient requires notarization, we confirm it with you; it is then done by a notary, as notarization is not part of our services (official directories below).
Can you translate general and specific powers?
Yes, we translate all types: general, specific, durable, and healthcare powers of attorney.
How fast can you deliver?
Standard 48–72h. Rush for urgent real estate or banking deadlines.
What languages do you cover?
All languages. We specialize in Asian, European, and Middle Eastern languages.
Notarized translation: where to find a notary
Asiatis does not handle notarization. We confirm with you whether the recipient requires a notarized translation; the notarization is then done by a notary.
The role and status of a notary vary by province: in Quebec, the notary is a legal professional; elsewhere, a notary public is often a lawyer or a person appointed by the province.
Official notary directories:
- Quebec — Chambre des notaires du Québec: Find a notary. The notary is a legal professional and a member of the Chambre des notaires. The directory lists notaries who agree to be referred to the public.
- British Columbia — Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia: Find a Notary (from the home page). Notaries public are regulated by the Society of Notaries Public; its tool lets you search for a notary by name or city and check their status.
- New Brunswick — Law Society of New Brunswick: Lawyer Search. Under the Notaries Public Act, every practising member of the Law Society of New Brunswick is a notary public.
- Prince Edward Island — Law Society of Prince Edward Island: Find a Lawyer. Under the Notaries and Commissioners Act, every member of the Law Society of Prince Edward Island is a notary public.
For another province, check with the relevant professional order or ministry of justice. This information is not legal advice. Directories checked on October 5, 2026.
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