Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

General Notary Services

Q1: What is a Mobile Notary?
A mobile notary is a commissioned notary public who travels to your location to perform notarizations, offering flexibility and convenience for clients unable to visit an office.

Q2: What types of documents can Mobile First Notary notarize?
We notarize a wide range of documents including:

  • Real estate documents (deeds, mortgages)

  • Powers of Attorney (POA)

  • Wills and Trusts

  • Affidavits

  • Medical directives

  • Business agreements

  • Contracts and many more…call us for more detailed information.

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Q3: What are Wills and Trusts?
Wills and trusts are legal documents that state how a person’s assets should be distributed after their death. Notarization helps confirm their authenticity.

Q4: What is a Power of Attorney (POA)?
A POA is a legal document that gives someone the authority to act on your behalf in personal, financial, or medical matters.

Q5: What is an affidavit?
An affidavit is a written statement sworn under oath to be true, often used in legal proceedings. Notarization validates the identity of the signer and the date signed.

Q6: Are your notaries certified and insured?
Yes. Our notaries are commissioned by the Arizona Secretary of State, bonded, and carry errors and omissions (E&O) insurance.

Mobile Notary Services

Q7: What is a mobile notary service?
A mobile notary travels to your home, business, hospital, or other locations to perform notarizations at your convenience.

Q8: Where do you offer mobile notary services?
We provide services throughout Arizona including Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, and surrounding areas.

Q9: How fast can a notary reach my location?
Depending on location and availability, we can often reach clients within 30–60 minutes.

Apostille Services

Q10: What is an apostille?
An apostille certifies the authenticity of a public document for use in foreign countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.

Q11: Which documents can be apostilled?
Documents include:

  • Birth certificates

  • Marriage licenses

  • Court judgments

  • Notarized POAs

  • School transcripts

Q12: How long does the apostille process take?
Timelines vary, but we offer expedited services and will provide an estimated completion time.

Please visit our Blog to learn more detailed information on our Apostille Services.

https://www.mobilefirstnotary.com/apostilles

Identification Requirements

Q13: What forms of ID are accepted for notarization in Arizona?
Acceptable IDs must be government-issued, current, and include a photo and signature. Examples:

  • Arizona Driver's License

  • State ID card

  • U.S. Passport

  • Military ID

  • Tribal ID

Q14: What if I don’t have acceptable ID?
Arizona law allows the use of two credible witnesses who personally know the signer and each present valid ID.

Fees and Payments

Q15: What are your notarization fees?
Our fees reflect the value of a professional mobile notary who brings the service directly to you—saving you time, hassle, and travel. Pricing is based on a variety of factors such as travel distance, appointment duration, and the complexity of the assignment. Each appointment includes the assurance of working with a knowledgeable, punctual, and experienced notary who treats every document with confidentiality, accuracy, and care.

You’re not just paying for a stamp—you’re investing in peace of mind.

Q16: What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major forms of payment, with the exception of checks. Our secure invoicing system ensures a safe and seamless payment experience for every client.

Scheduling and Availability

Q17: How can I schedule a notary appointment?
You can schedule via: