FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can someone living outside the United States use remote notarization?

Can someone living outside the United States use remote notarization?

Yes — Nevada Remote Online Notarization is available to signers located outside the United States in most countries, provided identity can be confirmed through a compliant method and the U.S.-based recipient accepts the electronically notarized document.

Under Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 240, a compliant electronic notarial act performed by a Nevada-commissioned notary for a person located outside Nevada is treated as not performed outside Nevada. Your location abroad does not disqualify the notarial act. Contact Lake Mead Mobile Notary before booking to confirm eligibility for your country, ID type, and document.

What You Need to Qualify

  • Valid government-issued ID: A valid, unexpired foreign passport book is the most widely accepted option for overseas signers
  • Stable internet and a device with camera and microphone: Required for the live audio-video session
  • A document that has not yet been signed: Signature must occur during the live session
  • U.S. recipient confirmation: The attorney, institution, title company, bank, or family member receiving the document must confirm they accept Nevada remotely notarized documents before you book

Confirm Recipient Acceptance Before Booking

The U.S.-based party receiving your notarized document must confirm they will accept a Nevada electronic notarization before the session is scheduled. This step cannot be skipped. A notarized document the recipient rejects after the session does not solve your problem. Ask the recipient specifically: "Will you accept a Nevada Remote Online Notarized document?"

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