Background
On 11 February 2026, Samdech Kert Rit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice, chaired a meeting to review the draft law concerning the status and regulation of notaries. This meeting was organized to conduct a final review within the Ministry of Justice’s framework. It included participation from senior ministry officials, subject matter experts, and representatives from the French Notarial Council including Jean Deleage and Olivier Barlet, regional delegates specialized in Southeast Asia and Lyon’s appellate jurisdiction.
Scope of Application
The draft law is designed to establish the legal status of notaries in Cambodia, setting out rules and principles governing their professional conduct and administration. The regulation aims at ensuring the integrity, safety, and trustworthiness of notarial activities within the Cambodian legal system.
Key Provisions or Decisions
The draft law outlines qualifications, responsibilities, and ethical standards for notaries. It establishes mechanisms intended to secure legal certainty, prevent disputes, and uphold professional accountability in notarial operations. The law further aims to frame governance measures for notaries’ activities consistent with international best practices.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
Once enacted, this law will provide a clear legal framework governing notarial services essential for transactional security and dispute mitigation in business and legal processes. It is expected to enhance confidence among investors, businesses, and the public by strengthening the credibility and reliability of notarized documents and related services.
Official Source
Official statement published by the Ministry of Justice on 13 February 2026 via their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/mojcambodia/posts/pfbid0FRW5i19afTUBk3XZQLJ18V8fEjV32zA15UpZN5xSE6uK2BVcWbXVrh9e5fZjreUPl
