That is true, but still notarized copies are more valid than plain photocopies. Atleast it is belief that they have been checked by government officer ( whether he checks or not doesnt matter ). & worldwide, people recognize and accept them so we have to consider this FAKE procedure as a GENUINE one ;Dms.mech said:What you said is exactly right and should be like this. But, all notary officer don't do that way. They take some money per page and pages are notarized. They don't check originals. Mine notary officer also didnt ask for same. So where's authenticity of documents?