How to Get a Countersignature?

The first party will read the document and sign it if they agree to the terms of the agreement. The second party then countersigns the document, and in providing their signature, confirms their agreement with the terms of the contract. Countersignatures are required on many different types of documents.

Can anyone be a Countersignatory?

Who can countersign a passport form? ... They must have known the person applying (or the adult who signed the form if the passport is for a child under 16) for at least 2 years. They must be able to identify the person applying such as being a friend, neighbour or colleague (not just someone who knows them professionally)

What professions can countersign?

Accepted occupations for countersignatories
  • accountant.
  • airline pilot.
  • articled clerk of a limited company.
  • assurance agent of recognised company.
  • bank or building society official.
  • barrister.
  • chairman or director of a limited company.
  • chiropodist.
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