Acceptable Identification for Notary

​In order to get something notarized, you will need to bring a government-issued photo identification card (ID). The most common forms of acceptable ID are a driver’s license (any state), passport (any country), U.S. military ID card, senior ID card, inmate ID card that is issued by the California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, or employee ID card issued by an agency or office of the State of California.

If no ID is available for the person signing, the notary can be performed using two credible witnesses. These two credible witnesses must personally know the signer and can “vouch” for the person’s identity. Both credible witnesses will need to present valid ID to the notary and sign the notary’s journal.

Please contact us if you have any questions regarding what to bring to your notary appointment.