What DocumentsCan Be Notarized?
A comprehensive guide to the types of documents that can be notarized — and what you need to bring to your appointment.
What Does Notarization Actually Do?
Notarization is the official fraud-deterrent process that assures the parties of a transaction that a document is authentic. A notary public verifies the identity of the signer, witnesses the signing, and applies an official seal to confirm the document's authenticity. It does not mean the notary is approving the content of the document.
Legal Documents
- Power of Attorney (General, Durable, Limited)
- Healthcare Proxy / Medical Power of Attorney
- Living Will / Advance Directive
- Affidavits (sworn statements)
- Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney
- Revocation of Power of Attorney
Real Estate Documents
- Deeds (Quitclaim, Warranty, Grant)
- Mortgage documents
- Refinance packages
- HELOC agreements
- Lease agreements
- Property transfer documents
Financial & Business
- Loan agreements
- Promissory notes
- Business contracts
- Partnership agreements
- Corporate resolutions
- Financial affidavits
Personal Documents
- Wills (execution of)
- Trust documents
- Vehicle title transfers
- Bill of sale
- Consent forms
- Parental consent for travel
Immigration Documents
- Affidavits of support
- Consent to travel with minor
- Sworn statements
- Translation certifications (with certified translator)
- Sponsor affidavits
Court & Government
- Sworn statements
- Depositions (with attorney)
- Acknowledgments
- Jurats
- Verification of documents
- Government form certifications
What to Bring to Your Appointment
Driver's license, passport, or state ID. Must be current and not expired.
Do NOT sign your documents before the notary arrives. The notary must witness your signature.
Some documents (like wills) require witnesses in addition to the notary. Check your document requirements.
All parties who need to sign must be present at the time of notarization with their own valid ID.
Not Sure If Your Document Can Be Notarized?
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