How to Notarize a Document Online as a Nigerian in the US

How to Notarize a Document Online as a Nigerian in the US

The traditional notarization process requires you to find a Notary Public and appear before them in person for your document to be notarized.?

This would involve;

  • Aligning with a schedule that works for both you and the Notary?
  • Time away from your other commitments?
  • Money for transportation to the Notary’s office?

As a Nigerian in the US, you have to go the extra mile, as you need a notary who understands Nigerian legal systems and is licensed to treat notary requests.

Thankfully, the process for notarization has evolved in 2024

With the emergence of laws like the Notary Public Act 2023 and technology like ToNote, you can now notarize documents online as a Nigerian no matter your location.?

In this article, we explain how to notarize your documents online as a Nigerian in the US with an easy-to-follow process.

How does Online Notarization work?

With traditional (or in-person) notarization, you have to take your documents to a Notary Public and have them append their seal/stamp on the document.

With online notarization, this process is carried out digitally with e-signatures, government-issued IDs, and audio-visual communication.?

You appear before a notary virtually and they can append their stamp on your document online and it will be just as legally binding as a wet-ink stamp.

What kind of documents can you notarize online?

You can notarize a ton of documents online. Some prominent types of documents include:

  1. Real Estate: Property deeds, lease agreements, mortgage documents.
  2. Legal: Affidavits, power of attorney, wills.
  3. Financial: Loan agreements, bank statements, promissory notes.
  4. Healthcare: Medical consent forms, advanced healthcare directives.
  5. Business: Contracts, partnership agreements, NDAs.
  6. Education: Transcripts, diplomas, enrollment verification forms.
  7. Government: Applications for licenses, name changes, permits, immigration documents.


Step-by-Step Guide: How to Notarize a Document As a Nigerian In The US with ToNote

On June 12, 2023, the Nigerian President signed the Notary Public Act 2023 into law, making online notarization legal for Nigerians.?

ToNote is Nigeria’s first online notarization platform and is also backed by the Supreme Court.?

With ToNote you can connect with Supreme Court-certified notaries and Commissioners for Oath to notarize your documents online with ease.

Follow the steps below to get started.

  1. Visit www.gettonote.com on your desktop or mobile device.

The ToNote Homepage

2. On the bottom right corner of the screen, you should see a widget with the label “Notarise Now”

Click the widget

3. Fill the form with your essential information: Enter your name, email, and other required details. Kindly ensure the information is accurate.

You should see a form pop up

4. Select the service: Choose the specific service you need. For notarization, simply click on the "Notarize Document" option.

Select the Notarization option

5. Mention the reasons for your request: In the section provided, clearly state why you need the notarization. For example, if you’re notarizing a bank statement, you can type in, “I want to notarize my bank statement urgently for a transaction,” along with any other relevant details.

6. Confirm your identity: Complete the reCAPTCHA verification to confirm you are not a robot. Then, click on “Send” to submit your request for notarization.

7. Wait for our notary team to respond: Our team will get back to you within 24 hours. Once your request is processed, you’ll be connected with a Supreme Court certified notary through our platform.

8. Pricing Information:?

?You will be charged $25 per Notary Seal?

Testimonial from Clement, A Nigerian in the United States who used ToNote

Here’s a video review from Mr. Clement, who used ToNote to get an affidavit for resolving a bank issue.?

He resides in the US and completed the process from the comfort of his home and in less time.

Save time, energy and money

Technology for legal purposes will improve, offering better solutions for your needs.?

With Remote Online Notarization (RON) and platforms like ToNote, you can streamline the notarization process, saving time, reducing costs, and avoiding the stress of traditional methods.?

To get started and experience the convenience of modern notarization, visit www.gettonote.com.

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