FAQs
1. What Forms of Identification Are Acceptable for Notarization?
- State issued Driver’s License or Non-Driver’s ID, current or issued within the last 5 years
- U.S. Passport (passport card), or Foreign Passport with valid U.S. Visa or entry stamp.
- U.S. Military ID
- Federal or Tribal Government ID
- Employee ID issued by an agency or office of the state of California
- Employee ID issued by a California city, county, or city and county
- Valid consular identification document issued by a consulate that includes a photo, description, identifying number and signature. Must meet specific requirements.
- The oath or affirmation of two credible witnesses
2. What Are the Key Features of an Acceptable ID?
To ensure your photo ID is valid for notarization, it must include the following features:
- A clear photograph of you
- Description
- Your signature
- An identifying number (such as a driver’s license number or passport number) It’s important that the document is not expired and meets these criteria for your notarization to be processed correctly.
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