Frequently Asked Questions

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Honest answers to common questions — without overpromising on what any notary service can guarantee.

General

What is Hebrew Notary?+
A U.S.-based notary service run by Ami Hadad — an Israeli-born professional who has lived in Las Vegas for over 18 years. The service specializes in notarizing and coordinating apostille for documents that will be used in Israel: pension forms, powers of attorney, bank paperwork, estate documents, and more. The key difference from a generic notary is that Ami speaks Hebrew fluently and understands what Israeli institutions actually need.
Do clients need to be in the United States?+
No. The service is fully remote and handles clients worldwide — U.S., Israel, Europe, Australia, Canada, and anywhere else. Documents are sent by email or WhatsApp. Remote online notarization is available where legally permitted; for clients in the U.S., in-person signing can also be arranged.
How is this different from going to any notary?+
Most U.S. notaries have never seen an Israeli document and don't know what Israeli banks, courts, or pension offices require. They stamp whatever you put in front of them without advising on whether the format is correct. Ami reviews the document first, advises on whether apostille is needed, and communicates with clients directly in Hebrew to avoid misunderstandings.

Apostille

Does every document for Israel need an apostille?+
No. Requirements vary by document type and receiving institution. Certificate of life documents for Bituach Leumi typically do not need apostille. Powers of attorney for real estate transactions usually do. Bank compliance documents vary. The safest approach is to ask the receiving party what they require and to share that with us before we begin.
What is an apostille and why does it matter for Israel?+
An apostille is a certification that makes a document legally recognized internationally under the Hague Convention. Both the U.S. and Israel are signatories to the Hague Convention, so U.S.-notarized documents that also carry an apostille from the relevant U.S. state authority are accepted in Israel without additional consular authentication. Without it, some Israeli institutions will reject the document.
How long does the apostille process take?+
It depends on the state-level apostille authority and your urgency. Standard processing through the Nevada Secretary of State takes 3–7 business days after notarization. Rush processing may be available. We always coordinate based on your deadline.

Pricing & Process

How much does it cost?+
Notarization starts at $75–$150 per document depending on document type and complexity. Apostille packages start at $250 and go up to $495 for complex multi-step packages. Law firms can discuss custom pricing based on volume. All pricing is confirmed before you commit.
Can you guarantee my document will be accepted in Israel?+
No — and any service that does guarantee acceptance is being dishonest. Requirements vary by institution, court, bank, and municipality. We prepare documents to meet standard Israeli legal expectations and advise based on our experience. You should always confirm final requirements directly with the receiving institution before submission.
Do you provide Israeli legal advice?+
No. We provide notary services, apostille coordination, and document-readiness guidance. We do not provide Israeli legal advice, and nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice. If you need Israeli legal counsel, consult a licensed Israeli attorney.

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