KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Become a commissioned traditional notary public in the state of Michigan first.
- Partner with a platform like NotaryLive, a remote notary software, to notarize documents online after approval.
- Michigan notary public can expand their services by becoming online notaries.
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1. Steps To Becoming An Online Notary In Michigan
The following guide outlines the steps to become an online notary in Michigan.
Meet Eligibility Requirements
Before applying, make sure you meet the following:
- Hold an active traditional notary public commission in Michigan.
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a resident of Michigan or have a place of employment or practice in Michigan.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and have proof of legal residence
- Demonstrate proficiency in English
- You must have no felony convictions within the last 10 years and not been convicted of 2 or more misdemeanor offenses violating the Michigan Notary Public Act
Application Process
- Make sure you’re fully eligible according to Michigan’s notary requirements.
- Secure a $10,000 surety bond.
- Fill out the Notary Public Commission application.
- Take your oath of office and officially file your bond.
- Send in your application plus the $10 fee you can do it online or through mail.
- Get your commission card and wall certificate delivered to you digitally.
- After you receive your traditional notary commission, you can apply to become a remote online notary. First, complete a Request for Duplicate/Notice of Change form. This form shows which RON technology platform you have chosen, like NotaryLive.
- Submit the form to the Michigan Secretary of State’s office.
- After this information is on file with the SOS office, you can begin performing notarial acts electronically once approved.
As an online notary in Michigan, you can notarize documents online for signers anywhere in the U.S.
Just be sure you are physically in Michigan during the notarization if you’d like to be a Michigan notary public.
3. How NotaryLive Works for a User
Users no longer have to search “notary near me” or “notary services near me”.
Where can I get something notarized, then?
With an online remote notary, there is no need for a wet signature or receiving a notary seal/notary stamp in person. You can now get a notary public stamp, all online with NotaryLive.
Using NotaryLive as an online notary service is as simple as 4 steps:
- Upload Your Document
- Verify Your Identity (With ID credential analysis and KBA)
- Connect with a remote notary via webcam
- Download your notarized document instantly
NotaryLive provides 24/7/365 service, secure transactions, and instant document delivery.
Curious how to notarize those documents online? Visit our guide.
For more benefits and features of NotaryLive . . .
Visit our Michigan Remote Online Notary page.
Does NotaryLive sound like the right fit for you and your business?
Learn more about our NotaryLive Business Account Options.
For pricing info, click here to visit our Pricing page!
If you have any questions, contact our sales team, and we will be happy to help!
About NotaryLive
NotaryLive is a leading provider of digital notarization and eSign solutions. It is dedicated to enhancing business efficiency through a secure, user-friendly platform. The platform prioritizes understanding and meeting customer needs.
NotaryLive offers innovative tools for electronic signatures and online notarization. It empowers professionals to manage documents and notarize them online. This can be done anywhere, at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions for Michigan
Q: Can an online notary public from a different state notarize in Michigan?
A: Yes. If their state allows remote online notary, notarial acts, they can notarize documents online for Michigan signers.
2. How does NotaryLive guarantee the security of my information on notarized documents?
A: Our online notary service follows state laws, verifies identity, uses tamper-proof signing, and records each session.
Q: How much does a notary cost?
A: For individual sessions, notarial acts cost $25. For businesses seeking notarization for a higher volume of legal documents, check out our Pricing Page.
