For the Remote Online Notarization (RON) process, you will need:
- A desktop computer, laptop or tablet equipped with a microphone, speakers and a camera (mobile phones are not recommended)
- The latest version of Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari
- Permission for your browser to use the microphone and camera functions of the host device
- A fast and reliable high-speed, broadband Internet connection
- Access to an email account via the device you will be using
- A US social security number
- A current US driver’s license or state ID, or a current passport
- Unrestricted credit files with the three major credit bureaux: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion
The following are also recommended:
- An active US mobile phone number
- Pictures in JPG/JPEG format of the front and back of your US driver’s license or state ID, or of the photo and signature pages of your passport, saved on your mobile phone or the device you will be using for the online notarization
- A face selfie saved on your mobile phone or the device you will be using for the online notarization
Here are the steps involved to complete your notarization:
1. Upload your document as a .pdf file (at least one hour before your appointment time).
2. Figure out the fee by visiting the Pricing page, and make your payment by credit card through our secure payment portal. You will receive a receipt by email.
3. Book your appointment by following the link shown. After your appointment is confirmed, you will receive an email with important instructions and information. Review this email carefully!
4. At your appointment time, you will receive an email from DocVerify. Carefully read and follow the instructions in this email to verify your identity. (Identity verification is handled by a third-party, state-authorized, knowledge-based authentication [KBA] provider, and is completely secure).
5. After successful identity verification, click the link to begin the online notary session via webcam. Once connected, our notary will walk you through the process.
6. All done! Your notarized document, in .pdf format, will be automatically transmitted to you via email at the close of the RON session.
