What I can notarize
- Powers of attorney
- Affidavits and sworn statements
- Real estate documents: deeds, mortgages, satisfactions
- Business documents: contracts, corporate resolutions, vendor forms
- School, travel, and minor consent forms
- Vehicle and DMV forms that require notarization
- Documents headed overseas that will need an apostille
Where I meet you
Homes, offices, hospitals, nursing homes and rehab facilities, and any location that works for the signer. For hospital and care-facility signings, read what families should know before booking a bedside notarization.
What you need to have ready
- The complete document, unsigned. Most documents have to be signed in front of the notary.
- Current government-issued photo ID for every signer.
- Every signer present at the appointment.
- Witnesses, if your document requires them. Ask when you book and I will tell you what the document calls for.
The full checklist is in what to bring to a notary appointment.
What it costs
New York law sets the fee for a notarial act at $2 per oath or acknowledgment. A mobile appointment also includes a travel fee for coming to you, which is separate from the notarial fee and quoted before I leave. You will know the total before you book.
More detail: New York notary fees explained.
What a notary cannot do
I am not an attorney. I cannot tell you which document you need, draft it for you, or advise you on what it means. I verify identity, confirm the signer is acting willingly, administer oaths, and complete the notarial certificate. If you need a document prepared, talk to a New York attorney first.
Related guides
- What to bring to a notary appointment
- Acknowledgment vs. jurat: which one does your document need?
- 5 mistakes that get a notarization rejected
Common questions
How fast can a mobile notary get to me?
Same-day appointments are often available. Call or text (845) 237-4645 with your location and time window.
What ID do I need?
A current government-issued photo ID such as a driver license, non-driver ID, or passport. The name on the ID should match the name on the document.
Can you notarize a document I already signed?
It depends on the notarial act. A sworn statement must be signed in front of the notary. For an acknowledgment you can confirm in person that the signature is yours. The safest approach is to leave the document unsigned until the appointment.
Can you notarize for someone in a hospital or nursing home?
Yes. The signer has to be alert, able to communicate, and willing to sign, and needs acceptable ID. Check with the facility about visiting rules before booking.