WHEN DO I NEED A NOTARY? (Virginia – Fredericksburg, Stafford & Spotsylvania)

WHEN DO I NEED A NOTARY? (Virginia – Fredericksburg, Stafford & Spotsylvania)

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When Do I Need a Notary in Fredericksburg, Stafford & Spotsylvania?

Here’s a quick, local guide to the most common times you’ll need a Virginia Notary Public—plus what to bring, fees, and what can’t be notarized. 
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Quick Answer: Common Situations That Need a Notary

  • Real estate documents (deeds, deeds of trust, closing packets).
  • Powers of Attorney (healthcare, financial, limited/special POA).
  • Affidavits & sworn statements (school forms, residency/guardianship, small-claims).
  • Business documents (operating agreements, contracts, vendor/compliance forms).
  • Copy certifications of non-public documents (when a true copy is needed).
  • DMV & vehicle forms (out-of-state or buyer/seller docs requiring notarization).
  • Travel consent for minors; certain custody paperwork.

Local Examples: A Spotsylvania business owner notarizes a vendor compliance form; a Fredericksburg parent completes a sworn residency affidavit for school; a Stafford homeowner signs a deed of gift; a UMW student needs a notarized affidavit.

What a Virginia Notary Can—and Can’t—Do

Authorized notarial acts

Acknowledgments Oaths/Affirmations Copy Certifications Affidavits/Depositions Verifications of Fact

Items we cannot notarize

  • Vital records or court-issued documents (birth, death, marriage certificates, or documents in court custody). Obtain certified copies from the issuing agency.
  • Documents with blank spaces or uncertainty about which notarial act is needed.
  • Documents where the notary (or spouse) is a party or has a direct beneficial interest.

Fees (Virginia Law)

  • In-person: up to $10 per notarial act.
  • Remote Online Notarization (RON): up to $25 per act.
  • Travel (mobile) fees: reasonable, pre-agreed actual travel expense.

What to Bring

  • Valid government-issued photo ID.
  • Your unsigned document for jurats (you’ll sign with us); acknowledgments may be signed earlier.
  • Any witnesses required by the receiving party (ask us first; credible-witness options may be possible).

Fast Checklist

  1. Confirm the required notarial act.
  2. Bring valid ID and all pages of the document.
  3. Don’t sign until instructed (for jurats).
  4. We complete the certificate, seal, and you’re done.

FAQ

Do you offer mobile or after-hours service?

Yes—mobile appointments around Fredericksburg, Stafford, and Spotsy. Travel fees apply when pre-agreed.

Can you notarize online?

Yes. Virginia authorizes Remote Online Notarization (RON). We’ll guide you through secure verification.

Do I need an appointment?

Appointments help ensure availability—especially if witnesses or multiple documents are involved.

Disclaimer: General information only; not legal advice. When in doubt, consult your document recipient or an attorney.


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