PUBLIC NOTARY SERVICES
An important signature.
A well-prepared visit.
Ask about acknowledgments, jurats and sworn statements. Know what to bring and confirm the requirements for your document before an appointment.
THE DETAILS MATTER BEFORE THE SIGNATURE.
UNDERSTAND THE REQUEST
Different acts.
Different requirements.
The receiving organization or a qualified legal professional should identify the notarial act your document requires. A notary does not choose it for you.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Acknowledging a signature
An acknowledgment generally involves a signer appearing before the notary and acknowledging the signature as their own. Identification and other applicable requirements must be met.
JURATS
An oath or affirmation
A jurat generally involves signing in the notary’s presence and taking an oath or affirmation about the statement. Do not pre-sign when signing in the notary’s presence is required.
AFFIDAVITS & SWORN STATEMENTS
Confirm the instructions
These documents may call for a particular notarial act. Bring the document and instructions, and confirm the required act with the receiving organization before the appointment.
YOUR VISIT CHECKLIST
Four things to confirm before you come.
Photo identification
Bring current photo identification. Ask in advance which identification is acceptable for your appointment.
Your documents
Bring the complete document and any instructions from the receiving organization. Ask before signing.
All required signers
Confirm who must appear and ensure each signer can meet the identification and signing requirements.
Required witnesses
Check whether witnesses are needed and who must arrange them. Confirm requirements before you arrive.
FOR INDIVIDUALS & BUSINESSES
Bring the document. Ask the right questions.
Whether your paperwork is personal, business-related or property-related, confirm that the requested act and appointment requirements can be met.
What does the recipient require?
Check the notarial wording, signer instructions and any requirements from the organization receiving the document.
Who needs to attend?
Confirm all signers and any required witnesses. Do not assume a witness will be available at the appointment.
Is the document ready?
Bring the complete document. Ask about incomplete sections or unclear instructions before your visit.
PLAN THE APPOINTMENT
Ask about mobile availability.
Contact the team to discuss appointment and mobile availability, location, requirements and any applicable fees before arranging a visit.
Notarization is not legal advice.
A notarial act does not establish a document’s legal effect or guarantee its acceptance by the recipient. For questions about wording, legal consequences or which act to request, consult the receiving organization or a qualified attorney.
HOW IT WORKS
Confirm first. Arrive prepared.
01
Describe the request
Tell the team the document type and requested notarial act. Ask about appointment or mobile availability.
02
Confirm the details
Check identification, signer and witness requirements, location and any applicable fees. Do not assume a time is confirmed.
03
Attend with what is needed
Bring the complete document, acceptable ID, all required signers and any required witnesses. Follow signing instructions.
COMMON QUESTIONS
A little clarity before you begin.
Have a question about your situation? Start a conversation with the ASIREM team.
Should I sign my document before the appointment?
Ask first. A jurat generally requires signing in the notary’s presence. Requirements differ by act, so confirm the instructions for your document before signing.
Which photo ID should I bring?
Bring current photo identification and ask the team in advance which identification is acceptable. The appointment still depends on meeting the applicable requirements.
Can the notary tell me which act I need?
The notary does not choose the act or give legal advice. Ask the receiving organization or a qualified legal professional to identify the required notarial act.
Is mobile notarization available, and what does it cost?
Ask about mobile availability. Location, timing and any applicable fees must be confirmed with the team; no travel area or appointment availability is guaranteed here.
LET’S TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Let’s prepare for your notary visit.
Contact the team about your document and appointment requirements before bringing signers and records.