Frequently Asked Questions

A notary public is an official commissioned by the state to serve as an impartial witness to the signing of important documents. Notaries verify the identity of signers, ensure they are signing willingly and are aware of the document’s contents, and deter fraud by providing an official certification of the signature.

You need:

1. Valid government-issued photo ID - Driver’s license, passport, state ID, or military ID
2. The document to be notarized - Unsigned (you’ll sign in front of the notary)
3. All signers present - Everyone who needs to sign must appear in person with their own ID
4. Payment - Cash, card, or agreed-upon payment method

Do not sign the document beforehand - you must sign in the presence of the notary.

No. Florida law prohibits notaries from notarizing documents in which they have a financial interest or for immediate family members (spouse, parents, children, siblings). This ensures impartiality and prevents conflicts of interest.

Notaries cannot:

• Notarize incomplete documents
• Notarize documents where the signer cannot be identified
• Notarize for someone who appears coerced or lacks understanding
• Notarize documents in which they have a personal interest
• Provide legal advice or draft legal documents (unless also an attorney)
• Certify copies of birth certificates, marriage certificates, or other vital records (these require certified copies from the issuing agency)

When in doubt, contact us and we’ll let you know if your document can be notarized.

Notarization fees are set by Florida state law at a maximum per signature. Mobile service includes an additional travel fee to come to your location. See our Pricing page for detailed rates. We accept cash, cards, Zelle, Venmo, and other payment methods.

For mobile appointments, a deposit is typically required to secure your appointment time.

You can schedule an appointment by:

1. Booking online - Use our booking form to request a date and time
2. Calling or texting - Reach us directly for immediate scheduling
3. Email - Send your request to rich@sunstatemobilenotary.com

We offer same-day and next-day appointments based on availability, and emergency/after-hours service by special arrangement.

We provide mobile notary services throughout [PLACEHOLDER: specify counties/cities/regions in Florida].

We’re happy to travel outside our primary service area for an additional travel fee. Contact us to confirm we can reach your location.