Question 1

What is a Florida notary?

Accepted Answer

A notary is a duly commissioned representative of the state of Florida appointed by the government that can serve as witnesses to documents being signed. Notaries must uphold the law.

Question 2

What does a notary do?

Accepted Answer

A Notary's duty is to screen the signers of important documents for their true identity, their willingness to sign without duress or intimidation, and their awareness of the contents of the document or transaction.

Question 3

Can you notarize legal documents?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are experienced with legal documents, and can notarize them for you. Documents such as wills, power of attorney, and trust require two witnesses that are not a part of the document or a family member.

Question 4

How much does it cost to have something notarized?

Accepted Answer

Prices for our notary services:

Mobile notary service, starting at $40
Apostille services, starting at $50
Marriage service, starting at $30
Notary service at our location, starting at $10
Online notary service, starting at $30
*rates are subject to change

*We offer discount prices for the notarization and apostilles of more than one document by the same person, on the same day, at the same location.

SERVICES include but are not limited to:

Notary – we can travel to you or you can come to us
VIN verification
Witness service
Real estate closing
Loan Closings In office
I9 Verification
Estate Packages- Wills, Power of Attorney, Trusts
Minor child travel consent form,
Minor Tattoo consent form
Minor Piercing Consent form
School Residency form
Online notary service
Marriage services

Apostille service
Corporation, LLC, and Limited Partnership,
Permit runner
Courier services
Translation service

Question 5

Can a notary issue an apostille in Florida?

Accepted Answer

No. A notary can notarize a document to be apostilled. The apostille has to be issued through the Dept of State in Tallahassee. We can notarize and have our Tallahassee office obtain your apostille from the Dept. of State.

"The Florida Secretary of State is the only competent authority authorized to issue notarial and apostille certifications in the state of Florida."

Question 6

What is a mobile notary?

Accepted Answer

A mobile notary is a notary that can travel to your location. Whether it be your home, office, hospital, or school…your notary can meet you there. Just like a traditional notary service but more convenient because the notary comes to you.
Mobile notary service is helpful for signers that are unable to travel, for example someone in the hospital or rehab facility that needs a document notarized.

Our Palm Harbor mobile notary service is available to travel to you throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties.

Our Tallahassee mobile notary service is available to travel to you throughout Tallahassee, Havana, Crawfordville, and Monitcello.

Mobile notary fees vary depending on location, time, and services required.

Question 7

Do we need witnesses to get married in Florida?

Accepted Answer

No, witnesses are not required.

Question 8

Do you offer remote online notary service?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Remote online notarization is a 100% online notarization service where documents of all types can be electronically signed and notarized online using a device with a camera and microphone. Only a certified online notary public can perform online notarizations in Florida.
The signer does not need to be in Florida to have their document online notarized. Our online notarizations are valid in all U.S. states and territories. We can facilitate your online notarization anywhere in the world if you meet the minimum requirements.

Question 9

What are your business hours?

Accepted Answer

Palm Harbor notary and Tallahassee notary is available Monday-Friday 8am-9pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am-8pm.
Remote online notary service is available Monday-Friday 9am-8:30pm, Saturday-Sunday 9am-8pm.

We do offer rush service, after hours service, weekend, and holiday service. Additional fees will apply for speciality service, please contact us so we can help you in a bind.

Question 10

Do you need to make an appointment to have something notarized?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an appointment is required. We are flexible. A 24-hour advance notice is preferred. We do offer same day rush services as well.

Question 11

Can documents for a minor be notarized?

Accepted Answer

Under the age of 18 parents or guardians would sign on behalf of the minor unless the minor is engaged in business transactions or serving as a court witness.

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