Can a Notary Come to Your House? How Mobile Notary Service Works
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Yes, a Notary Can Come to You
A notary can absolutely come to your house. A notary who travels to you is called a mobile notary (or "traveling notary"), and it's one of the most common ways people get documents notarized in Indiana. You don't have to find a bank branch, take time off work, or move a family member who can't travel — the notary comes to your door.
What Is a Mobile (Traveling) Notary?
A mobile notary is a commissioned notary public who meets you at a location of your choosing instead of working from a fixed office. The notarization itself is identical to one done at a bank: the notary verifies each signer's identity, watches you sign, and completes the notarial certificate and seal. The only difference is convenience — the notary travels to you.
Where Can a Mobile Notary Meet You?
Just about anywhere safe and practical: your home or apartment, your workplace, a hospital, a nursing home or assisted-living facility, a coffee shop or library, or a jail or detention facility for authorized visits. This flexibility is why mobile notaries are so useful for people who are homebound, recovering from surgery, caring for children, or simply too busy to leave during business hours.
How the Process Works
It's simple and usually takes just a few minutes once we arrive. Call or book online and tell us what you're signing, how many signers there are, and where to meet. Have your complete, unsigned document and a valid photo ID ready for each signer. We come to you, verify identity, witness the signatures, and apply the seal. You keep your notarized document — no follow-up trip required.
What Does It Cost in Indiana?
Indiana law caps the notarial act itself at $10 per signature. A mobile notary also charges a travel fee that varies with distance and time of day, always quoted up front. Evening, weekend, and emergency visits are available across Evansville, Newburgh, and the Tri-State — just call 812-205-3322.
Jason Dicken is a commissioned Indiana notary public serving Evansville and the Tri-State. This article is general information, not legal advice.