Helpful information, official links, and answers to common notary & apostille questions.
Trusted government and professional organization links to help you navigate notary and apostille processes.
The Indiana Secretary of State office handles notary commissions, apostille processing, and business filings for Indiana residents.
The NNA is the leading organization for notaries in the U.S., providing training, certification, background checks, and E&O insurance.
The Loan Signing System by Mark Wills is the #1 educational course for becoming a mobile notary loan signing agent from A to Z.
Indiana-approved audio-visual platforms for conducting remote online notarizations securely and legally.
The Hague Conference on Private International Law governs the Apostille Convention, which simplifies document authentication for use abroad.
Notary signing agents are required to have a background check and carry Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance, renewable annually.
You need to bring the unsigned document(s) to be notarized and a valid, government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport. The document must not be pre-signed before the notary meeting.
A standard notarization typically takes 15–30 minutes. Loan signings may take 45–90 minutes depending on the number of documents. Remote online notarizations can often be completed in under 15 minutes once connected.
A notarization authenticates a document for domestic use — the notary verifies identity and witnesses the signing. An apostille goes a step further: it certifies the notary's authority for international use in countries that are members of the Hague Convention. Most international document submissions require an apostille.
Yes! We welcome short notice, last-minute, and emergency notarizations. Contact us as early as possible and we will do our best to accommodate your schedule within our business hours (Mon–Fri 9AM–5PM, Sat 10AM–3PM).
Nearly all states in the U.S. have approved RON, including Indiana. We are a certified Remote Online Notary in Indiana. The Secretary of State of Indiana has approved 18 audio-visual providers, including Proof (Notarize), NotaryCam, Nexsys (Rocket Close), and Pravaso.
Processing times vary depending on the issuing authority (state or federal) and the type of document. State apostilles in Indiana typically take a few business days to a few weeks. Federal apostilles via the U.S. Department of State may take longer. We keep you informed throughout the process and can advise on expedite options.
A mobile notary travels to the client's preferred location — home, office, hospital, or any other convenient site — to perform notarizations. This is especially helpful for clients with mobility limitations or those who simply prefer the convenience of not traveling.
No. Notaries cannot give legal advice, prepare legal documents, or tell you what documents you need. A notary's role is to verify identity, witness signatures, and certify documents. For legal advice, please consult a licensed attorney.
Reach out to us directly — we're happy to help guide you through any notary or apostille need.
