STATE NOTARY REQUIREMENTS.
Understanding Notary Services
There are two types of notaries in the USA.
In-Person and Remote Online Notarization (RON)
Notaries public play a vital role in verifying the authenticity of documents across the United States. Depending on your state's regulations, notarization can be performed either in person or remotely.
In-Person Notarization: Requires the signer to physically appear before a notary public. This traditional method of notarization is mandated in states like Alabama and Connecticut.
Remote Online Notarization (RON): Allows documents to be notarized electronically via secure video conferencing. This method offers convenience and is permitted in most states, expanding access to notarial services, as well as reducing the cost of travel.


States with Remote Online Notarization or RON
All other states are permitted to use RON, Remote Online Notarization, which is a more convenient method of verifying your identity.
States Requiring In-person Notarization
Alabama
Connecticut
Georgia
Mississippi
South Carolina
When you sign up, you will be directed to the correct method of notarization based on your state.
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