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Mobile Notary FAQ

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  • 1. What is a mobile notary public?
    A mobile notary public is a commissioned notary who travels to a location of your choice—such as your home, office, hospital, or a local coffee shop—to perform notarial acts. This service offers convenience and flexibility, saving you time and effort compared to finding a traditional notary office.
  • 2. What is a "notarial act"?
    A notarial act is the legal procedure a notary public performs to witness a signature, administer an oath, or certify a copy of a document. In Arizona, the maximum fee for a single notarial act is $10. Your total fee will include our service and travel fees, plus the state-regulated fee for each signature we notarize.
  • 3. What do I need to bring to my appointment?
    You must bring three things to your appointment: A valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID for each signer. This can be a driver's license, state ID card, or passport. We cannot accept expired IDs. The complete, unsigned document that needs to be notarized. Please do not sign the document beforehand unless you have been instructed to sign in the notary's presence. Payment for the service. We accept credit cards and other electronic payments through our secure system, which will be handled at the time and location of the appointment.
  • 4. Can you notarize a document that is already signed?
    It depends on the type of notarial act required. If the document requires a signature to be acknowledged (an "acknowledgment"), you can sign it beforehand. However, if it requires an oath (a "jurat"), you must sign the document in the notary’s presence. It is always best to wait to sign the document until you are with the notary.
  • 5. Can you provide a witness?
    Yes. While we are generally an impartial witness to the signing, we CAN provide a witness for an additional fee. If your document requires witnesses in addition to a notary, you must have one present at the time of the appointment with their own valid ID, or ask us on our Contact Page. Common documents that require witnesses include Wills and certain Deeds.
  • 6. Can you give me legal advice or fill out my documents for me?
    No. As a notary public, we are not attorneys and are not authorized to practice law. We cannot provide legal advice, prepare documents, or explain their contents or legal effect. If you have questions about your documents, please consult a qualified attorney.
  • 7. What happens if I am missing my ID or the documents are not ready?
    If we travel to your location and the notarization cannot be completed due to missing ID, a missing signer, or documents that are not complete and ready for signing, a cancellation fee will apply as outlined in our Refund Policy. Please ensure you and your documents are fully prepared to avoid any additional fees.
  • 8. Can you notarize documents for a signer who is in a hospital or care facility?
    Yes. We can travel to hospitals, nursing homes, and other care facilities. We provide compassionate service for sensitive health documents. Please ensure the signer is of sound mind and able to communicate their free will to sign the document.
  • 9. Do you handle Remote Online Notarizations (RON)?
    Not yet, but this is coming soon! We plan to offer Remote Online Notarization (RON) for clients who are located anywhere in the world but need a document notarized by a commissioned Arizona notary. This service is performed securely online via a webcam and a secure platform.
  • 10. How do I get a quote and book an appointment?
    To get a quote, simply fill out our online form with your document and location details on our Contact Page. We will provide you with a comprehensive quote, including all service, travel, and notarial fees. Once you accept the quote, you can confirm your appointment directly through our system.
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