To minimise the possibility of fraud, parties to property transactions must undergo a process to verify their identity. The process involves a face-to-face in-person interview at which particular ID documents are produced. Prospect Conveyancing must certify on the document lodged with the Lands Titles Office that the verification process has been complied with.
This Information Sheet sets out important information relating to the verification of identity process.
The face-to-face in-person interview may be performed by Prospect Conveyancing or a person appointed by us as an Agent to undertake the verification on our behalf.
If you cannot attend Prospect Conveyancing's office to perform the verification interview, Prospect Conveyancing can arrange for the interview to be conducted at your local Australia Post office. Alternatively, we can arrange for an Agent to attend your home during or outside of business hours.
Please contact Prospect Conveyancing to obtain the appropriate forms and ascertain the fees involved with an out-of-office interview.
All persons must have their identity verified if they are a party to a property transaction. This includes a person who is acting on behalf of an incorporated body, under a power of attorney, and a company director and/or secretary.
The verification process involves you attending a face-to-face in-person interview. At that interview, you must produce the documents set out below to verify that you are the person you purport to be. You must produce –
The various Categories of Documents are set out below. The person conducting the interview is required to take copies of these documents.
Phone
(08) 8410 0855
Fax
(08) 8410 0866
Email
admin@prospectconveyancing.com.au
Address
48 Prospect Road
Prospect SA 5082
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* Must be issued by the registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages. Documents issued by a celebrant are not acceptable.
Few people are unable to produce a passport, driver’s licence or form of photographic proof of age card.
If you cannot produce one of these documents, you need to be accompanied by some-one (called a Declarant) who can identify you. Please contact Prospect Conveyancing immediately for further information on this process to avoid any potential delays in settlement.
A verification of identity undertaken outside Australia and its territories must be performed by –
Please contact Prospect Conveyancing for the appropriate instructions and forms in relation to an overseas verification interview.
Prospect Conveyancing is able to answer questions about the verification of identity process. Promptly ask any questions to avoid delays, particularly if you cannot satisfy any requirements.
