Mobile Notary Services Vacaville,Ca
Your trusted Mobile Notary in Vacaville, Ca. We are available 24/7 and come directly to you for all your notarization needs. Trust us to handle the details efficiently so you can concentrate on what truly matters. Give us a call today! 707-529-6805
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Frequently Asked Questions
Notary Public and Apostille Services
Common Questions?
Welcome to our FAQ page! Here, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions
we receive about our notary and apostille services, to help you understand the process.
If you have any specific inquiries or need further assistance,
please don't hesitate to reach out to us! We're here to help!
Remember, There is no such thing as a dumb question.​​
Please Note: This applies to all categories:
The Signer(s) must be of sound mind, alert, and mentally competent.
The signer (s) must be willing & agree to what they are signing.
General Notary - Common Questions
- Q: What is a notary public?
- A: A notary public is an authorized official who verifies identities and ensures the authenticity of signatures on important documents.
- Q: What is required before the notarization appointment?
- A: The document or form requiring the notarization must be filled out. (Ca notaries are not allowed to notarize an incomplete or blank document. e, g, no blank spaces, pages 1-10 must be present) All Signer(s) must be physically present at the appointment. All signers must have a valid form of I.D (nonexpired or issued within 5 years) I.D must be physically present ( a photo or copy is not accepted)
- Q: What Types of I.D. are Accepted?
- A: Driver’s license or I.D card  U.S. passport (or passport card)  An inmate identification card issued by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation  Driver’s license or official ID card issued by a U.S. state  Canadian or Mexican driver’s license issued by an appropriate public agency  U.S. military ID  Valid foreign passport  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  ID card issued by a federally-recognized tribal government  Valid consular identification document issued by a consulate  The oath or affirmation of two credible witnesses
- Q: How Long will the notarization appointment take?
A: This can vary, as there are many different types of documents, form packets, and details to follow. After sharing some information, I can give you a better idea over the phone.
- Q: What is not allowed to be notarized in California?
- A: Vital Records (Birth, Marriage, Death Certificates) (Only the State Registrar or County Recorder may do this) Court Documents and any public recordable documents. Documents with blank or missing pages Documents with faxed signatures (signer must be present) Documents the Notary suspects are false, deceptive, or illegal Post-dated documents Copies of original documents (except Power of Attorney)
- Q: What types of notarizations are there for California?
- A: Acknowledgment In the certificates of acknowledgement, the Notary Public Certifies The signer personally appeared before the Notary Public on the date and county indicated The identity of the signer and the signer acknowledged executing the document. Jurat In the Jurat, the Notary Public Certifies The signer personally appeared before the notary public on the date and in the county indicated The signer signed the document in the presence of the Notary Public. The notary public administrated the oath or affirmation and To the identity of the signer.
- Q: What if I don't have identification?
-A: In California, according to the Secretary of State, you can bring two credible witnesses who are personally known to you.
- Q: My identification expired, what can I do to proceed with the notarization process?
- A: The California Secretary of State says that if your Driver's License was issued within the past 5 years, we can accept it. Another option would be two credible witnesses.
Have additional or specific questions? Need to book an appointment?
Get in Touch!
Getting in touch with us is simple and easy! You can call us at 707-529-6805.
If you prefer writing visit our Contact page or email at info @petersonnotaryapostille.com. We're here to help and look forward to hearing from you!
To learn more about notarization laws and practices, please visit the National Notary Association.
Apostille - Common Questions
- Q: What is an Apostille?
- A: An apostille is a certification used to authenticate the origin of a public document, enabling it to be recognized internationally in countries that are part of the Hague Convention. It verifies that the document has been notarized correctly and confirms the signature and seal of the notary public or other competent authority. Apostilles are commonly required for vital records, educational documents, and legal paperwork that need to be submitted in foreign jurisdictions.
- Q: How can I get same day Apostille Authentication?
- A: A same-day Apostille authentication and embassy legalization can be obtained on a walk-in service for an express fee as long as the document needing the Apostille or authentication is from the State of Ca. and part of the Hague Convention. (e,g Birth, Marriage, Death certificate, Transcripts, Diploma, etc.) Please call or text for further info. 707-529-6805
- Q: What is the Hague Convention?
-A: The Convention of 5 October 1961 Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents, also known as the Apostille Convention, is an international treaty drafted by the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH). The Apostille Convention is intended to simplify the procedure through which a document issued in one of the contracting states can be certified for legal purposes in the other contracting states of the convention. A certification under the convention is called an apostille or Hague apostille
A link to the Hague Countries Treaty
- Q: My document is for a country that is not part of the Hague Convention. Is Apostille authentication still possible?
-A: Yes, it can be done. However, please note the processing time to obtain the authentication will be longer. Feel free to call us for a more detailed response tailored to your specific needs.
-Q: How long will the Apostille process take?
-A: This can vary depending on different scenarios. I do offer same-day Apostille as long as the criteria conditions are met for the Ca document. For a non-California document, the turnaround time will be 14 to 21 days.
-Q: Is Apostille Authentication for use in the U.S.?
-A: No. Document Apostille or Authentication is not for U.S. use. It's only used outside the United States.
-Q: Are copies or photocopies accepted of Birth, marriage, or death certificates acceptable?
-A: No. You are required to get a certified copy from the originating State's county's recorder office.
I have more questions, and how do I schedule an appointment?
Call or simply send a text to 707-529-6805
info@petersonnotaryapostille.com