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An online notary public is a commissioned notary public in the State of Texas who has the authority to perform a remote notarization using an audio-visual conference rather than having the individual physically appear before the notary at the time of the notarization.
To be commissioned as an online notary public, you must currently be commissioned as a notary in Texas. In addition, you will need to first obtain a verifiable X.509 compliant digital certificate, which includes your electronic signature. You will also need to provide a copy of your electronic seal.
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Online notary lets you legally appear in the presence of a commissioned notary over Internet video. Far more secure and easy than in-person notary, online notarization simplifies document signing. In an online notary transaction, the notary and principal sign an electronic document.
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In order to become an Online Notary Public, an eligible individual must apply electronically to the Secretary of State through the online electronic commissioning system and pay a $50 application fee. The online electronic commissioning system is available on the Secretary of State’s website.
If you want to become a TX online Notary, here are the steps you are required to take: Hold an existing commission as a traditional Notary Public. Choose a RON vendor. Buy a digital certificate and eseal that is compatible with the vendor you choose. Complete the form.
Remote online notarization (RON) allows notaries and signers to complete the notarization process entirely online. Texas law supports RON, making it easier for residents to notarize documents from anywhere.
Current Texas notaries can apply to become an online notary public through the Secretary of State's Office. You can find the application and its requirements here. As of May 15, 2020, notaries must submit a request to the Secretary of State's Office to conduct remote notarizations.
Texas was one of the first states to authorize remote online notarization, also known as RON. This process lets commissioned notaries connect with clients online and notarize documents over a live audio-video call. Texas law has permitted online notarizations since July 1, 2018.