Fast, Friendly Solicitor Services for Document Certification & Witnessing in Woking, Surrey
WDPS provides in-person signature witnessing and document certification by a qualified solicitor in Woking, Surrey.
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Need a Solicitor to Witness a Signature or Certify a Document?
Yes — we can help. WDPS provides solicitor-led signature witnessing and document certification appointments in Woking, Surrey, with appointments also available in central London.
We regularly help with:
- Mortgage and remortgage documents
- Land Registry ID1 forms
- Guarantees and indemnities
- Statutory declarations and affidavits
- Passport and driving licence copies
- Proof of address and identity documents
- Certified copies of original documents
- Other documents where a solicitor’s signature or certification is required
How much does it cost?
Our signature witnessing service is £30.
If you need documents certified, or have several documents that need to be signed, send us a copy of the requirements first and we can confirm the cost before your appointment.
What should I bring?
Please bring:
- Your original document
- Valid photo ID, such as a passport or driving licence
- Recent proof of address
- Any instructions you have been given about how the document must be witnessed or certified
Please do not sign the document before your appointment if your signature needs to be witnessed.
Not sure whether you need a solicitor or a notary?
That is very common. The person or organisation requesting the document should normally tell you what type of witness or certification they require. If the instructions are unclear, send them to us before booking and we can confirm whether our service is suitable.
Appointments in Woking
Appointments are available at our Woking office during the week, with Saturday appointments available for clients who cannot attend Monday to Friday.
We can also accommodate some early evening appointments by arrangement.
Need it dealt with quickly? Book an appointment or contact us with a copy of the instructions.
What Documents Can a Solicitor Witness or Certify?
We are regularly contacted by clients who have been told to find a solicitor to witness a signature, verify their identity or certify a copy of an original document.
Some of the most common requests we deal with include:
Land Registry ID1 Forms
An ID1 form is used by HM Land Registry to verify the identity of someone involved in certain property transactions. If you have been asked to arrange ID1 verification, contact us before booking so we can check the requirements and confirm what you need to bring.
Mortgage and Remortgage Documents
We can witness signatures on many mortgage, remortgage and property-related documents where an independent solicitor witness is required.
Please send us the signing instructions beforehand, particularly if your lender or solicitor has specified particular witnessing requirements.
Guarantees and Indemnities
Guarantees and indemnities can involve additional requirements because the person signing may need more than simply a witnessed signature.
Send us the document before booking so we can confirm whether you require signature witnessing only or separate legal advice.
Statutory Declarations and Affidavits
If you have been asked to make a statutory declaration or swear an affidavit, we may be able to assist.
Please bring the completed but unsigned document with you, together with your identification and any instructions you have received.
Certified Copies of Passports and Driving Licences
We can certify copies of original identity documents including passports and driving licences where certification by a solicitor is acceptable to the organisation requesting them.
Proof of Address and Other Certified Documents
We can also certify copies of documents such as bank statements, utility bills and other original records.
Always check what wording or type of certification the receiving organisation requires before your appointment.
Do I Need a Solicitor, a Notary or Just a Witness?
It depends on the document and who is asking for it.
You may need a solicitor where the instructions specifically ask for a solicitor, lawyer, commissioner for oaths or other legally qualified person to witness or certify the document.
You may only need an independent witness for some documents. In those cases, paying a solicitor may not be necessary.
You may need a notary public where a document is being used overseas or the receiving organisation specifically requires notarisation.
The important thing is to follow the requirements of the organisation receiving the document.
If you are unsure, send us the instructions before you book. We would rather check first than have you pay for a service you do not need.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to have a signature witnessed by a solicitor?
Our standard fee for witnessing a signature is £30.
If you have several documents, need certified copies, or have been given specific signing requirements, contact us beforehand and we can confirm the cost before your appointment.
Do I need to bring ID to my appointment?
Yes. Please bring valid photo identification, such as your passport or driving licence, together with any additional identification requested in the instructions for your document.
It is also helpful to bring the email, letter or guidance telling you what type of witnessing or certification is required.
Should I sign the document before I arrive?
Usually, no.
If we are witnessing your signature, you should normally sign the document in front of the solicitor.
For statutory declarations and similar documents, the signing or declaration may also need to take place in the presence of an authorised person.
If you are unsure, leave the document unsigned and bring it with you.
Can you witness a mortgage deed or Land Registry form?
We can assist with many property-related documents, including certain mortgage documents and Land Registry identity requirements.
The requirements can vary depending on the document and the transaction, so please send us a copy of the instructions before booking.
For example, HM Land Registry has specific requirements governing who can verify identity for forms such as ID1, so we will confirm that we are able to provide the service you require before your appointment.
Can a solicitor certify a copy of my passport or driving licence?
Yes, where the organisation requesting the document accepts certification by a solicitor.
We can certify copies of documents such as passports, driving licences and other original documents as true copies of the originals. Please bring the original document with you. We cannot certify a copy as a true copy without seeing the original.
Do I need a solicitor or a notary public?
It depends on what the organisation receiving your document has asked for.
If the instructions say the document must be witnessed or certified by a solicitor, we may be able to help.
If they specifically ask for a notary public, notarisation or an apostille, a solicitor’s certification may not be sufficient.
If you are unsure, send us the instructions before booking and we can tell you whether our service is suitable.
Can you witness a statutory declaration or affidavit?
We can assist with many statutory declarations and documents requiring a solicitor or Commissioner for Oaths.
Please bring the document unsigned, along with your identification and any instructions you have been given. If you also require advice about the contents of the declaration or need the document drafted, tell us beforehand, as this is different from simply witnessing or administering the declaration.
How quickly can I get an appointment in Woking?
We offer appointments from our Woking office, including Saturday appointments and some early evening appointments by arrangement.
If your document is urgent, contact us and let us know your deadline. We will tell you the earliest appointment we can offer.