Can I notarize U.S. documents while outside the United States?
Yes. If your document is eligible for remote online notarization, you may be able to complete a U.S. notarization while located outside the United States through a secure video session with a U.S.-commissioned online notary. Always confirm acceptance with the receiving party before booking.
Do I need to visit a U.S. Embassy or Consulate for notarization?
Not always. Some documents or situations may still require embassy or consulate involvement, but many eligible U.S.-related documents can be notarized online through a secure remote session without an in-person visit.
Is remote online notarization accepted for international signers?
It can be, but acceptance varies. Remote online notarization may work for eligible U.S.-related documents, yet the receiving agency, institution, state, or country may have its own rules. Always verify acceptance before booking.
What documents can be notarized online while abroad?
Common examples include powers of attorney, affidavits, real estate documents, parental consent forms, business authorizations, financial documents, estate documents, and some school forms, depending on eligibility and recipient acceptance.
Can I notarize a power of attorney while abroad?
Often yes, if the power of attorney is eligible for remote online notarization and the receiving party accepts it. Many people abroad use online notarization for U.S. legal, family, and real estate matters involving powers of attorney.
What ID do I need for online notarization while outside the U.S.?
International signers complete credential analysis and biometric identity verification. A current foreign passport may be accepted, subject to successful verification. Before scheduling, confirm that the organization receiving the document will accept a remote online notarization and an electronically notarized document.
Do international signers complete knowledge-based authentication (KBA)?
No. iRemoteNotary's international biometric identity-verification workflow does not use knowledge-based authentication, Social Security number verification, or U.S. credit-history questions.
Do international signers need a Social Security number?
No. iRemoteNotary's international biometric identity-verification workflow does not require a Social Security number.
Can I complete online notarization from a hotel, airport, or temporary location?
In many cases, yes. You need a reliable internet connection, a device with a camera and microphone, your unsigned document, and a setting suitable for identity verification and a live video session.
How much does an international online notarization cost?
International online notary sessions start at $50: a $25 base online notary session plus a $25 International Service Fee for signers located outside the United States. Additional signers ($10 each), additional seals ($15 each), and iRemoteNotary-provided witness service ($15 per witness) are charged separately when applicable.
How do I start an online notarization from outside the United States?
Start by submitting your notarization request, uploading your unsigned document, and preparing your ID for verification. Then meet with a U.S.-commissioned online notary by secure video and download the completed notarized document after the session.