An affidavit is based upon either the personal knowledge of the affiant or his or her information and belief. Personal knowledge is the recognition of particular facts by either direct observation or experience. Information and belief is what the affiant feels he or she can state as true, although not based on firsthand knowledge.
An affidavit is a written statement of facts voluntarily made by an affiant under an oath or affirmation administered by a person authorized to do so by law.
The Easy Answer: Yes, You May Notarize Out-Of-State Documents.
Both electronic and remote notarization are permitted in Pennsylvania. The electronic notarization program was established on January 30, 2006. Remote notarization came in phases, beginning temporarily for limited transactions on March 25, 2020 and culminating with Act 97 of 2020, effective October 29, 2020.
So if their state, where their commission resides, allows remote, online notarizations (RON for short), then they can notarize a document from any other state. If their state does not allow RON, then they need to obtain an added commission from a state that does allow RON to complete RON notary services.
If you are a New Jersey notary public, you can become dual commissioned in Pennsylvania as a Pennsylvania notary public. Just contact the Pennsylvania notary division and fill out a Pennsylvania notary application.
Sometimes, notaries question whether they can notarize out-of-state documents and for out-of-state residents visiting Pennsylvania. The answer is yes – just as long as you're in Pennsylvania and proper notarization procedures are followed.
One of the most common mistakes that notaries make is not printing or signing their name exactly as it appears on their notary commission.
Can you notarize in multiple states? Though the document notary must be present within the state that they are commissioned to notarize, the signer(s) can notarize from multiple states using Remote Online Notarization.
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.
How long does it take to become a notary in Texas? After you complete your application, it can take 30 days to receive your commission certification from the Texas Secretary of State and another 10 days to receive your customized notary stamp from us after we get a copy of your commission.
Eligibility Be at least 18 years old. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal U.S. resident. Be a resident or have a place of employment or practice in Pennsylvania. Be able to read and write in English. Complete at least 3 hours of mandatory notary education with an approved provider within 6 months of applying or reapplying.
