How It Works — Notary Hero, LLC
The Process

How Remote Notarization Works

No travel, no printer, no waiting room. Here's everything you need to know about getting your documents notarized online — start to finish.

Step by Step

Your Complete Notarization Process

From your first contact with us to signed, delivered documents — here's exactly what happens.

1

Submit Your Request

Start by filling out our booking form with the type of document(s) you need notarized, your preferred date and time, and the names of all signers. For real estate closings, you'll also provide your attorney or title company's contact information.

What to include: Document type (real estate, POA, trust, apostille, etc.), number of signers, preferred date/time, attorney or title company info if applicable, and whether you need English or Spanish service.
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Receive Confirmation & Session Details

Once we review your request, we'll confirm your appointment and send you a secure session link via email. On business days, we typically respond within a few hours. For urgent closings, reach out directly to expedite.

You'll receive: Appointment confirmation, your unique NotaryCam session link, a checklist of what to have ready (ID, documents), and any pre-session instructions specific to your document type.
3

Prepare for Your Session

Before your appointment, you'll complete an ID verification using Biometrics. We have partnered with Persona to complete this process. This is a legal requirement for RON and protects all parties involved.

Pre-session checklist: Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, ID card or passport), device with webcam and microphone, stable internet connection, and your documents uploaded or accessible digitally. No printing required.
4

Connect Live with Your Notary

At your scheduled time, click your session link and enter the virtual signing room. You'll be connected live via video with one of our commissioned notaries once everyone involved is ready. The session is recorded as required by law — this recording is part of the official notarization record.

During the session: Your notary will verify your identity on camera, review each document with you, witness your digital signature, and apply their official electronic seal and signature. The entire process typically takes 15–30 minutes.
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Receive Your Completed Documents

Once the session is complete, your notarized documents are digitally sealed and delivered to you via email. They are legally valid, court-admissible, and accepted by lenders, title companies, courts, and government agencies.

What you receive: A certified digital copy of your notarized document(s) with the notary's official electronic seal, their commission information, and the session audit trail (if requested). For apostilles, the authentication certificate is included upon completion.
What You Need

Simple Requirements, No Surprises

Most clients are ready to go in minutes. You don't need to download any software or visit a physical location.

A Device with a Webcam

Laptop, desktop, tablet, or smartphone — as long as it has a working camera and microphone, you're set.

Reliable Internet Connection

A standard home WiFi connection is fine. We recommend avoiding public hotspots for security reasons.

Valid Government-Issued Photo ID

Driver's license, passport, or state ID. Your ID must be current and clearly visible on camera.

Your Documents (Digital)

Documents are uploaded to the platform digitally — no printing needed. For closings, your attorney provides these.

Ability to Complete KBA

Knowledge-based authentication uses public record data to verify your identity. Most people pass in under 2 minutes.

International & Overseas Clients

Virginia's RON law has some of the broadest authorization in the US. Our Virginia-commissioned notaries can serve signers located anywhere in the world.

No US address required — signers can be located anywhere internationally
Clients without a US Social Security Number are welcome
Documents notarized under Virginia law are accepted globally
We commonly serve expats, international real estate buyers, and overseas clients needing US document authentication
Apostille services available for international document use in 100+ countries

Book International Session →
Our Platform

Powered by NotaryCam

We use NotaryCam, one of the most trusted and widely accepted RON platforms in the country. It's trusted by major lenders, title companies, and courts nationwide.

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MISMO RON Compliant

NotaryCam meets Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization requirements — accepted by major lenders and title underwriters.

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Legally Recorded Sessions

Every session is recorded and stored for 10 years as required by law, creating a complete audit trail for all parties.

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Tamper-Evident Digital Seals

Documents are sealed with cryptographic technology — any alteration after notarization is immediately detectable.

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No Download Required

NotaryCam works directly in your browser. Click the link, verify your identity, and you're in — nothing to install.

Our secure signing platform
Session Recording10-Year Retention
Identity VerificationKBA + ID Scan
Compliance StandardMISMO RON
Seal TypeTamper-Evident Digital
Session DownloadSame-Day Delivery
Accepted ByCourts, Lenders, Gov Agencies
Documents We Notarize

We Handle More Than Just Real Estate

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Real Estate Closing Documents

Seller packages, buyer packages, deeds, loan documents, and all closing paperwork.

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Powers of Attorney

General, durable, limited, and medical powers of attorney for any jurisdiction.

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Trust Documents

Living trusts, trust amendments, pour-over wills, and estate planning documents.

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Affidavits

General affidavits, sworn statements, and declarations notarized for legal proceedings.

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Acknowledgements & Jurats

Standard notarial acts for a wide range of personal and business documents.

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Apostille Documents

Authentication of documents for use in countries party to the Hague Convention.

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Healthcare Directives

Advance directives, living wills, and healthcare proxies handled with sensitivity and care.

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Business Documents

Corporate resolutions, operating agreements, and other business-related notarizations.

Don't see your document type? Email us — if it can be notarized, we can likely help.

Apostille Services

International Document Authentication

An apostille is a form of authentication recognized by countries that are members of the Hague Convention. If you need a US document to be legally accepted in another country, an apostille is typically required.

1

Submit Your Document

Send us your document with details about which country it will be used in.

2

Notarization (If Needed)

If your document isn't already notarized, we handle that first via RON.

3

Authentication Chain

We process the apostille through the appropriate state authority.

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Delivery in 10 Business Days

Your authenticated document is delivered — guaranteed within 10 business days.

⚡ 10 Business Day Guarantee

Apostilles & International Authentication

We handle apostilles for documents going to any Hague Convention member country. Common uses include:

Foreign real estate purchases or property transactions
Marriage, divorce, or adoption documents abroad
Academic credentials for international study or employment
Business incorporation or commercial contracts overseas
Immigration documents for foreign embassies or consulates
Power of attorney for use in a foreign country

Request Apostille Service →

Ready to Get Started?

Now that you know how it works, booking is easy. Submit your request and we'll handle the rest.