Items to Bring for a Mobile Notary in Tennessee

What are key Items you should bring when meeting a mobile notary in Tennessee (or most States)?

To meet with a mobile notary in Tennessee, you must bring the unsigned document(s), a valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or military ID), and payment for fees (often cash or card). Ensure all signers are present, the documents are complete, and do not sign beforehand.

Key Items to Bring:

• The Document(s): The full, unsigned document requiring notarization.

• Valid Photo ID: A current state-issued driver's license, state ID card, U.S. passport, or U.S. military ID. See prior blog post for Valid forms of ID for a Tennessee Notarization.

• All Signers: Anyone signing the document must be present with their ID.

• Payment: Cash is often preferred, but many mobile notaries accept credit/debit cards.

• Witnesses (If required): If your document requires witnesses, you must bring them, though some notaries can provide them for an extra fee.

Important Tips for Tennessee:

• Do Not Sign Ahead of Time: The document must be signed in the presence of the notary.

• Completeness: Ensure the document is complete and not missing pages.

• Understand the Purpose: You must know what type of notarial act you need (e.g., acknowledgment or jurat).

• Exceptions: Notaries cannot notarize vital records like birth, marriage, or death certificates.