10 Common Documents You Didn’t Know You Could Notarize Online

Tiana Tranowicz
Aug 7
2 min read

Did you know that Remote Online Notarization (RON) can be used for more than just real estate closings? Thanks to advances in secure video conferencing technology and digital verification methods, online notarization is now legally accepted across the U.S. for a wide range of documents.

What Makes Online Notarization Legal?

Remote notarization is legal in all 50 states when conducted using MISMO-compliant platforms. Documents notarized this way are legally valid, securely archived, and come with a digital audit trail.

10 Documents You Can Notarize Online

Power of Attorney (POA): Empower a loved one or business partner to act on your behalf.
Affidavits: Sworn statements often needed for legal or court purposes.
Trust Documents: Establish or amend living trusts with secure oversight.
Wills (where permitted): Some states allow online notarization for last wills and testaments.
Parental Consent for Travel: Required for minors traveling without both parents.
Lease Agreements: Landlords and tenants can sign leases remotely.
Vehicle Title Transfers: For buying/selling vehicles across state lines.
I-9 Employment Verification (authorized use): Used during onboarding new employees.
Adoption or Guardianship Forms: State-specific but often allowed.
Business Contracts: Legal agreements between companies or partners.

Why This Matters

Notarizing these documents online means:

No travel or in-person appointments
Immediate delivery of notarized documents
Legally binding results nationwide

Trust a Certified Notary

At Tranowicz Notary Services, we handle a wide variety of online notarizations with care and professionalism. We guide you step-by-step and ensure a seamless process from start to finish.