What Documents Can Be Notarized in Virginia?

If you live in Virginia and need a document notarized, it's important to know which types of documents qualify for notary services. As a commissioned Virginia Notary Public, I'm here to guide you through what can be notarized and help ensure your documents are handled legally and professionally.

✅ Common Documents That Can Be Notarized in Virginia

Personal and Legal Documents

• Power of Attorney (general, medical, durable, limited)

• Wills and trusts (only the signature – not legal advice)

• Affidavits and sworn statements

• Minor travel consent forms

• Custody and child support agreements

• Divorce settlement agreements (signatures only, no legal advice)

• Identity verification forms

  
  

Financial Documents

• Bank authorization forms

• Personal loan documents

• Transfer of funds authorizations

• Income or employment verification forms

• IRS forms requiring notarization (like Form 4506-T)

  
  

Real Estate Documents (Signing agent certification needed)

• Property deeds

• Purchase agreements

• Mortgage closing documents

• Refinance packages

• Lease agreements (if notarization is required)

  
  

🔎 Note: For full real estate signings, many notaries become Notary Signing Agents to specialize in loan closings.

Business and Commercial Documents

• Business contracts

• Corporate resolutions or consents

• Compliance affidavits

• Certificates of authenticity

  
  

Immigration-Related Documents (Limited Scope)

Notaries in Virginia can notarize certain immigration-related documents but

cannot offer legal advice or prepare immigration paperwork.

Examples include:

• Sworn affidavits

• Sponsorship letters

• Identity statements for USCIS forms

  
  

❌ What a Notary in Virginia Cannot Do

• Notarize incomplete or blank documents

• Notarize signatures they did not personally witness (unless an acknowledgment is used)

• Provide legal advice or interpret documents

• Notarize vital records like birth or death certificates (only the registrar’s office can do that)

  
  

Valid ID Is Required

To get a document notarized, you'll need to present valid government-issued photo identification, such as:

• State-issued driver’s license or ID card

• Passport (U.S. or foreign - given in the US)

• Military ID

• Permanent resident card (Green Card)

  
  

Need a Document Notarized?

I offer professional notary services in Virginia for a wide range of documents. Whether you're handling personal matters, legal forms, real estate, or business transactions, I’m here to help ensure your notarization is done right.

📞 Contact me today to schedule an appointment!