How to Notarize a Business & Corporate Documents
Articles of incorporation, operating agreements, contracts, and corporate resolutions.
Overview
Many business documents require notarization to be legally binding or to be filed with state agencies. These include articles of incorporation, operating agreements, corporate resolutions, commercial leases, partnership agreements, and various contracts. Mobile notaries provide convenient service for busy professionals who need documents notarized at their office or place of business.
When You Need This Notarized
- Forming a new corporation or LLC
- Signing commercial real estate leases
- Executing partnership or operating agreements
- Filing corporate resolutions with banks or state agencies
- International business transactions requiring apostille
What to Bring
- The business document (unsigned)
- Valid government-issued photo ID for all signing parties
- Corporate resolution authorizing the signer (if applicable)
- Company seal (if required)
Step-by-Step Process
Have the document prepared by an attorney or business professional
Schedule a mobile notary to visit your office
All authorized signers must be present with valid ID
The notary verifies identities and witnesses signatures
The notary completes the certificates and affixes their seal
File the notarized document with the appropriate agency
Important Notes
- Ensure the signer has proper authority to sign on behalf of the business
- Corporate signers may need a resolution authorizing them to execute the document
- Some business documents may need apostille for international use
- Keep notarized originals in a secure location
Cost
Standard notary fees apply ($2-$15 per signature). Mobile notary travel fees are additional. Multiple-signature documents are common.
View fee caps by stateFrequently Asked Questions
Do business documents need to be notarized?
Many do, especially articles of incorporation, operating agreements, and documents filed with state agencies. Requirements vary by document type and state.
Can a notary come to my office?
Absolutely. Mobile notaries specialize in traveling to offices, conference rooms, and business locations for convenient on-site notarization.
Can an employee sign for the company?
Only if they have proper authorization, typically through a corporate resolution or power of attorney from the company.
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