Frequently asked questions
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FAQ
Common questions
What ID do I need to be notarized?+
A current government-issued photo ID: driver's license, state ID card, US or foreign passport, or a military ID. The ID must be unexpired and show your signature. (California requires foreign passports to be stamped by USCIS.) If you don't have one, two credible witnesses who know you personally can sometimes be used — call ahead to confirm.
How much does a notarization cost?+
California caps the notary fee at $15 per signature. For mobile appointments there is also a travel fee that depends on the distance and time of day. You'll know the full price before I arrive — no surprises.
Do you come to me?+
Yes. I'm a mobile notary serving San Jose and roughly a 30-mile radius around it — hospitals, homes, offices, jails, title companies, assisted living, wherever the signing needs to happen.
Can you notarize at a hospital or care facility?+
Yes. I come to hospitals and assisted-living facilities across the South Bay. The signer must be alert, able to understand what they're signing, and have a valid photo ID (a hospital wristband doesn't count). Call ahead so we can confirm the room and the facility's visiting rules.
How far do you travel?+
My regular area is about 30 miles around San Jose, from Palo Alto and San Mateo to Fremont, Los Gatos, Morgan Hill, and Gilroy. If you're farther out, call and ask.
Can you notarize same-day?+
Usually, yes. Call or submit a request and I'll tell you the soonest window I can reach you. Evenings and weekends are welcome.
What can't you notarize?+
I can't notarize vital records (marriage or death certificates) — those come from the issuing government agency. I also can't provide legal advice, draft documents, or certify copies of documents where California law requires a certified copy from the original agency.
Can you do loan signings?+
Yes. I'm an NNA-certified signing agent (Commission #2348546), background-screened, familiar with refinance, purchase, HELOC, and reverse-mortgage packages.
Ready to get notarized?
Pick a time online, or call. Same-day appointments are often available.