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Scan of "certified copy" or "original document"

13K views 7 replies 5 participants last post by  Kalis  
#1 ·
Hi guys,

Do we need to provide scan of "certified copy of original documents" or scan of "original documents" when lodging for visa 189 / 190 ?

According to DIBP website, "Unless asked to do otherwise, you should provide 'certified copies' of original documents, rather than the original documents", it seems like we must provide "certified copy" for ALL documents (employment letters, skills assessment results, bank statement, payslip, etc.) ? Can some experts shed light on this ?

Thanks guys.
 
#2 ·
As per my knowledge, we need to take a photo copy of our original documents and get the photo copy attested by a notary with mentioning of the below.

- Clear Visible Date
- Certified as the true copy of the Original
- Notary Registration No on stamp
 
#3 ·
No need for attestation of any sort ... just upload a clear colored scan of the original document... if you have a translated document then upload color scan of the translated and original document together ... if you are inside Australia then you should use naati approved Translator... if you are outside then any legal Translator is fine

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#5 ·
It is clearly mentioned on website under Prepare your documents section - documents do not have to be certified. Only coloured scanned copy is sufficient.
It is preferable that you prepare all your documents before you submit your EOI.
  • All non-English documents must be translated into English.
  • Translators in Australia must be accredited by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters.
  • Translators outside Australia do not need to be accredited, but they must endorse the translation with their full name, address, telephone number, and details of their qualifications and experience in the language being translated.
  • Scan all documents (English and non-English documents) in colour in readiness to attach to your visa application. The scanned documents must be legible.
  • Your documents do not have to be certified.
  • When you apply for the visa, send a document only once, even if you are using it as evidence for more than one criterion.
  • Information about attaching documents is available.
 
#6 ·
It is clearly mentioned on website under Prepare your documents section - documents do not have to be certified. Only coloured scanned copy is sufficient.

It is preferable that you prepare all your documents before you submit your EOI.

  • All non-English documents must be translated into English.
  • Translators in Australia must be accredited by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters.
  • Translators outside Australia do not need to be accredited, but they must endorse the translation with their full name, address, telephone number, and details of their qualifications and experience in the language being translated.
  • Scan all documents (English and non-English documents) in colour in readiness to attach to your visa application. The scanned documents must be legible.
  • Your documents do not have to be certified.
  • When you apply for the visa, send a document only once, even if you are using it as evidence for more than one criterion.
  • Information about attaching documents is available.


Would you mind sharing the link stating the info above ? Cause I find another link stating the opposite. Thats why I am a bit puzzled


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