What Is a Texas Online Notary?
A Texas Online Notary is a traditional Texas notary public who has been authorized by the Texas Secretary of State to perform Remote Online Notarizations (RON).
During an online notarization:
• The signer connects to the notary through live audio-video technology
• Identity is verified through credential analysis and identity proofing
• Documents are signed electronically
• The notary applies a digital seal and electronic signature
This process is governed under Texas Government Code Chapter 406.
Can Documents Be Notarized If I Am Outside Texas?
Yes.
For Remote Online Notarization, the notary must be physically located in Texas, but the signer can be located anywhere, including:
• anywhere in Texas
• another U.S. state
• another country
As long as the notary remains in Texas during the session, the notarization is legally valid.
How Remote Online Notarization Works
The online notarization process is simple and usually takes less than 10 minutes.
Choose a time for your notarization session online.
Step 2 — Identity Verification
Your identity is verified using secure technology that confirms your government-issued identification.
You join a live audio-video session with the notary.
Step 4 — Sign and Receive
Your document is signed electronically and notarized. You receive a digitally sealed document immediately.
What Documents Can Be Notarized Online?
Many common documents can be notarized using Remote Online Notarization.
• affidavits
• sworn statements
• identity verification documents
• travel consent forms
• power of attorney
• declarations
• legal affidavits
• contracts
• agreements
• corporate documents
• vendor agreements
• deeds
• loan documents
• real estate affidavits
• financial declarations
• debt settlement agreements
• authorization forms
If a document requires a notarial acknowledgment or jurat, it can usually be notarized online.
Documents That Cannot Be Notarized Online
Some documents require in-person signing or additional witnesses and cannot be completed through Remote Online Notarization.
Most wills require physical witnesses present during signing.
Certain Estate Planning Documents
Some trusts and estate documents require in-person execution depending on state law.
Notaries cannot notarize copies of:
• birth certificates
• death certificates
• marriage certificates
Documents Without Notarial Wording
If the document does not contain a notarial certificate, a notary cannot simply stamp it.
What Identification Is Required?
You must provide a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID.
Acceptable identification includes:
• driver's license
• state ID card
• passport
Your identification is verified through secure credential analysis technology.
How Much Does Online Notarization Cost?
Texas law allows a maximum fee of $25 per online notarization.
This includes:
• identity verification
• live video notarization
• digital seal and signature
• electronic delivery of the document
Are Online Notarizations Legally Valid?
Yes.
Remote Online Notarization is legally authorized in Texas and widely accepted across the United States. Documents notarized online by a Texas notary carry the same legal authority as documents notarized in person.
What Do I Need to Join a Notarization Session?
You only need:
• a computer, tablet, or smartphone
• a camera and microphone
• internet connection
• your identification
No special software is required.
Schedule an Online Notarization
Signed 4 Salvation provides secure Texas online notarization services for clients across the United States and internationally.
Appointments are typically available evenings and weekends.
Start your notarization session by scheduling online.
Schedule Notarization
Commissioned Texas Online Notary
Signed 4 Salvation proudly serves clients across:
• Texas
• the United States
• international locations
Remote notarization allows you to complete important documents quickly, securely, and from anywhere.
