Most Commonly Notarized Documents

Power of Attorney - A legal document that allows one person (the agent) to act for another person (the principal) regarding their property, money, or health, based on the authority granted.

Passport Parental Consent - Form DS-3053 is needed when a parent or guardian without sole custody applies for a child's passport, as both parents must generally sign. The non-applying parent or guardian must fill out and notarize the form to consent.

Quitclaim Deed - A document to transfer ownership of property from one person (the grantor) to another (the grantee) without guarantees. This is often used between family members and spouses.

Deed of Trust - A document where the borrower gives the legal title of the property to a trustee as security for a debt owed to the lender.

Unclaimed Property Form - Unclaimed property is money or assets that are considered abandoned. States provide details on filing a claim along with notarized documents based on the property type.

Application for Duplicate Title - Used when a title is lost, damaged, or stolen, requiring the owner to request a replacement. Notarization requirements vary by state, so check local regulations before applying.

Affidavit of Forgery - A statement that confirms a document is fake and has a forged signature.

Parental Consent for Travel - A form that allows a minor to travel with someone else, requiring permission from a parent or legal guardian. While one signature is often enough, both parents or guardians should ideally sign.

Grant Deed - A legal paper used to transfer property ownership. The person giving away the property, known as the grantor, must sign the deed.

Bill of Sale - A legal document showing the transfer of ownership of an item in exchange for money. Commonly used for cars, boats, and valuable personal items like jewelry or art.

Living Trust - A legal arrangement created during a person's life, where a trustee manages their assets for the benefit of someone else.