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State-Specific Requirements: Notarial acts and requirements can vary significantly from state to state. Direct State specific links ensure that users can quickly find the exact guidelines and procedures relevant to their specific location, which helps avoid confusion and potential errors.

Up-to-date Information: Secretary of State websites are typically the most reliable source for the latest updates on notarial legislation and practices.

Comprehensive Resources: State websites often offer additional resources such as FAQ sections, downloadable forms, and contact information for further assistance. Direct links make it easy for users to find all the relevant tools and support they need.
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1. Select Your State: Click the interactive state link menu.
2. Explore Resources: Search notarial legal documents, procedures, and services for your state.
3. Follow Links: Visit official state websites for additional resources.
4. Stay Informed: Regular updates ensure you're always up to date.

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should you have unanswered questions about notarization or digitally, remote online notarized documents.

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Apostille Services 

An apostille is an official certificate issued by a designated authority in a country that is a member of the Hague Convention of 1961. The purpose of an apostille is to authenticate the origin of a public document, such as a birth certificate, marriage license, or a notarized document, for use in another country.​
​Documents Notarized: Various documents for international use, such as birth, marriage, death certificates.  
Notarial Act: Certification of the document's authenticity for international acceptance. 
International legal processes with authenticated documents. 
Usage: Facilitates international legal processes with authenticated documents.

Legal documents

Documents Notarized:
Affidavits: Sworn statements used in legal proceedings.
Powers of Attorney: Documents granting authority to another person.
Real Estate Documents: Deeds, mortgages, and other property-related papers.
Wills and Trusts: Estate planning documents.
Contracts and Agreements: Various types of legal agreements.
Government Forms: Documents required for official government business.
Healthcare Directives: Living wills and healthcare powers of attorney.
Financial Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Affidavits
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment, Jurat, Oath/Affirmation. 
Important Legal, Personal and Financial documents.

Property Transfers

Documents Notarized: Deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents 
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment, Jurat, Oath/Affirmation.   
Legally secure your property transactions with notarized documents.

Social Security Applications 

Documents Notarized: Benefit claims and related documents.
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat. 
Protect your social security claims with notarized documentation.

Passport/Travel

PASSPORT APPLICATION
Documents Notarized: Identification documents and affidavits. 
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat. 

TRAVEL: 
Documents Notarized:
Parental Consent for Minors
Passport Applications
Travel Authorizations
Certificate Used: Jurat
Ensure identity documents are authenticated. 

Voter Registration

Documents Notarized: Voter registration forms.
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment  
Secure and authenticate your voter registration with a notarized form.

Tax Filings

Documents Notarized: Certain tax documents and returns. 
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat.
Ensure the accuracy and authenticity of your tax filings.

EDUCATION

Documents Notarized: Diplomas, transcripts, and education verification documents 
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat. 
Ensure your educational documents are authenticated for various purposes, including further studies, employment, and international use.

MARITAL STATUS

Documents Notarized: Marriage certificates, divorce decrees, and affidavits of marital status. 
​Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat 
•Marriage License Applications
• Prenuptial Agreements
• Divorce Decrees
• Name Change Forms
Verify and authenticate your marital status documents for legal, administrative, and international purposes.

MILITARY

Documents Notarized: 
• Military Record Request
• Military Power of Attorney
• Deployment Orders
• Family Care Plan
• VA Document
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment, Jurat
Protect and authenticate your military-related documents for legal and administrative purposes.

ADOPTION

Documents Notarized: Consent to adoption forms, affidavits of parental rights, and other legal documents related to the adoption process. 
Forms:
• Adoption Petition
• Consent to Adoption Form
• Affidavit of Support
• Home Study Report
• International Adoption Document
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat
Ensure the legality and authenticity of your adoption documents for a smooth and secure adoption process.

VITAL RECORDS

Documents Notarized:
• Birth Certificate Application
• Death Certificate Application
• Marriage Certificate Application
• Name Change Document
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat
Authenticate vital records to ensure their legal standing for various official purposes.

WITNESS

Documents Notarized: 
• Witness Statement Form
• Will/Last Testament
• Real Estate Transaction Form
• Legal Document

Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat
​Verify and authenticate your witness documents for legal and judicial purposes.

Public Assistance / Human Services

Documents Notarized:
• Social Services Application
• Housing Assistance Application
• Child Support Document
• Public Benefits Appeal Form
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat 
Ensure the legitimacy and accuracy of your public assistance documents for timely and effective support.

Immigration Services

IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTS
Documents Notarized: Affidavits of support, visa applications, naturalization papers, and other immigration-related documents. 
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat 
Facilitate your immigration process with authenticated documents to ensure they are legally recognized and accepted.

Declaration form

A Declaration Form is a document in which an individual makes a formal statement of facts, typically under oath. It is used in various legal and administrative contexts to affirm the truth of certain information provided by the declarant (the person making the declaration).
Here are the key components of a typical declaration form:

• Title: Clearly states that it is a declaration form.
• Declarant's Information: Includes the declarant's name, address, and sometimes their role or relationship to the matter being declared.
• Statement of Facts: The main body where the declarant states the facts they are affirming. This section often starts with a phrase like "I, [name], declare that..."
• Signature and Date: The declarant signs and dates the form, affirming the truthfulness of the statements made.
• Notarization: Some declaration forms require notarization to add an extra level of authenticity and to verify the identity of the declarant.

Usage: Declaration forms are used in various situations, such as:

• Legal proceedings (affidavits, witness statements)
• Immigration applications
• Tax filings
• Certifications and attestations

The key difference between a declaration and an affidavit is that while both are formal statements, affidavits are always sworn before a notary public or another official authorized to administer oaths, whereas declarations can sometimes be made without such formalities.

Professional Licensing Services

Professional Licensing Documents
Documents Notarized: License applications, affidavits of eligibility, and other documents required for professional licensing.
Notarial Act: Acknowledgment or Jurat
Ensure the authenticity and accuracy of your professional licensing documents for smooth application processing.

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