The short answer is yes, notary publics are legally allowed to notarize documents from any state as long the notarial act is conducted within the geographical boundaries of the notary's state of commission.
Follow these simple steps to get your document notarized: Know what type of notarization you need. Make sure the document is complete. Bring acceptable identification. Ensure the name on your ID matches the name on your document. Have all signers present for the notarization. Be aware and willing to sign.
The short answer is yes, notary publics are legally allowed to notarize documents from any state as long the notarial act is conducted within the geographical boundaries of the notary's state of commission.
South Carolina does not have a Remote Online Notarization (RON) law. However, the state recognizes online notarizations legally performed by notaries from other states.
Before a person can perform notarial acts as a notary public, he or she must receive a commission as evidence of authority to perform those acts. Notaries are appointed by the Governor and commissioned by the Secretary of State (§26-1-10).
I will be moving to another state in a few months. May I transfer my Florida notary commission to that state? No.