Notarial Articles
Informative articles about notarial procedures, Uruguayan legislation, company formation, trademark registration, and tips for your legal procedures in Uruguay.
A guideline on public notary fees in Uruguay. Costs of real estate deeds, mortgages with banks (BROU, Santander, Itaú), company formation, probate, powers of attorney, and certifications.
Read moreWe compare the three most common types of companies in Uruguay: SAS vs SRL vs SA. Requirements, costs, timelines, and advantages of each corporate type. The public notary advises you on choosing the ideal structure.
Read moreHow a sale or mortgage deed works with banks in Uruguay. We work with BROU, Santander, Itaú, HSBC, Scotiabank, BBVA, Banco Hipotecario, and more. The public notary coordinates the entire process.
Read moreThe digital signature in Uruguay is a secure mechanism that allows signing documents electronically with legal validity. In this article, we describe how to obtain a digital signature, its use in notarial procedures, and the advantages it offers in efficiency and security.
Read moreFor a Uruguayan public document to be valid abroad, it often needs to be legalized or apostilled. We explain the difference between traditional legalization and the Hague Apostille, and how the notary can help you prepare your documents for international use.
Read moreDonations of property, such as real estate or money, have legal and tax implications in Uruguay. In this article, we discuss how to make a donation safely before a notary, the legal restrictions, and what to keep in mind to avoid future problems.
Read moreA will allows you to stipulate the destination of your assets and the protection of your loved ones. We explain the types of valid wills in Uruguay, the formality requirements, and tips for properly planning your estate succession.
Read moreMortgages are real guarantees that secure loan repayment with a property. In Uruguay, we detail how the notary participates in drafting the mortgage deed, verifying property titles, and complying with legal requirements to protect the parties.
Read moreA trust is a legal and financial tool through which a person transfers assets to a trustee for a specific purpose. We explore the types of trusts available in Uruguay and their advantages in estate planning.
Read moreNotarial certifications attest to the authenticity of signatures, copies, and other acts in documents. In Uruguay, the notary can certify documents as true copies or signatures, providing legal certainty in personal and commercial procedures.
Read moreA power of attorney is a legal document by which a person (grantor) authorizes another to act on their behalf. We detail the types of powers of attorney in Uruguay and in what situations it is advisable to grant them for managing procedures or business on behalf of another person.
Read moreProbate in Uruguay requires managing the transfer of a deceased person's estate to their heirs. We analyze the probate process, the notary's role, and the necessary documents to ensure a smooth inheritance.
Read moreBuying or selling a property in Uruguay involves several legal steps. In this article, we explain what to consider when buying or selling real estate and the notary's role in the process.
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