I’ve only used an in-person notary public before. Is online notarization legal in Texas?
Yes! Texas authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code §§ 406.101 et seq.
In addition, Texas recognizes online notarizations that are properly performed by notaries of other states. The applicable interstate recognition laws are Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 121.001, 121.003, & 121.004 and Tex. Gov't Code § 602.003.
What do I need get my documents notarized online in Texas?
In order to complete an online notarization in Texas, you'll need the following:
- An original, unsigned document (Don't sign it before uploading! You must sign with the notary public).
- A computer, iPhone, or Android phone with audio and video capabilities.
- A valid government–issued photo ID. Please see acceptable forms of identification for notarization.
- A U.S. social security number for secure identity verification.
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