It is a private or personal letter whose signature has been certified by a Notary Public to validate the identity of the signer and attest to the authenticity of the document.
Main characteristics:
- The content can be personal (example: invitation letters, sworn statements, consents, personal powers of attorney).
- The notary public does not validate the content; they only certify the identity of the signer and the authenticity of the signature.
- It is used as legal support in official, immigration, financial, or judicial procedures.
Importance:
- It provides legal validity and credibility to the letter.
- It is used when an institution or organization requires proof that the document was signed by the indicated person.