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Most types — the notarization is about verifying the principal's identity and signature, and that works the same on video as in person.
The most common kind — grants an agent authority over finances, accounts, and property. Many states require the principal's signature to be notarized for it to be used with banks and title companies.
Stays in effect if the principal becomes incapacitated. The "durable" language lives in the document itself; the notarization works exactly the same way.
Names someone to make medical decisions. Some states want witnesses for healthcare documents instead of — or in addition to — a notary. Check your state's rule below.
Covers one transaction or a short list — a vehicle sale, a property closing the principal can't attend, a single account. Often filed with a county recorder, which is where notarization is typically required.
This page is general information about notarization, not legal advice. We can't tell you which type of power of attorney you need or whether your document is drafted correctly — that's a question for an attorney. Some institutions also prefer their own POA forms. What we do is the notarization itself: verify the signer, witness the signature, and seal it.
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A notarization certifies that the notary verified the signer's identity and watched — or was acknowledged — the signature. For a power of attorney, the signer is the principal (the person granting the power), not the agent being named. The principal must appear on the video call with their own unexpired government photo ID.
Upload the unsigned document as a PDF when you book. You'll sign it live on video. Already signed your only copy? Call (424) 450-6387 before booking and we'll walk you through the options.
Depending on the state and the type of POA, witnesses may be required in addition to — or instead of — notarization. The requirement comes from your state's law and your document, not from us. If witnesses apply, they generally need to be present and identified during execution; call us and we'll help you plan the session.
The same simple flow as every document on United Online Notary.
Choose a preferred time window and upload your unsigned power of attorney as a PDF. The team confirms your exact session time, and your secure video link arrives by email.
The principal scans their government-issued photo ID and answers a few identity-verification questions — about 2 minutes, meeting every state's RON security standard.
The notary confirms the principal's identity live, watches them sign electronically, and applies the official digital seal and signature. The session is recorded and stored per state law.
Right after the session, the tamper-evident notarized PDF lands in the principal's inbox. It's produced by a commissioned notary following state RON law, and any recipient can verify the seal and certificate. Whether a specific bank, agency, or court accepts it depends on that recipient's requirements.
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