Notary for Foreign
Passport Holders
Get your documents notarized using a foreign passport as ID. No US driver's license or green card required. NYS-commissioned notary available 24/7 via secure video call — from anywhere in the world.
You do not need a US ID. A valid, unexpired foreign passport with a photo is fully accepted for notarization in New York State. You also do not need to be a US citizen, resident, or have a Social Security number.
Accepted Forms of ID
Any of the following are accepted for notarization. You only need one.
Valid, unexpired foreign passport with photo
US passport or passport card
Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551)
US state-issued ID or driver's license
Documents We Notarize for Foreign Passport Holders
Foreign Passport Notary — FAQ
Can I use a foreign passport to get documents notarized in the US?
Yes. A valid foreign passport is an acceptable form of identification for notarization in New York State. You do not need a US driver's license, green card, or Social Security number. The passport must be current (not expired) and include a photo.
Can a non-US citizen get documents notarized online?
Yes. Under New York's Remote Online Notarization law, a NYS-commissioned notary can notarize documents for signers located anywhere in the world using a foreign passport as identification. The signer does not need to be a US citizen or resident.
What passports are accepted for notarization?
Any valid, unexpired foreign passport with a photo is accepted. This includes passports from all countries. The passport must be current — expired passports are not accepted as identification.
Do I need to translate my foreign passport for notarization?
No translation is required for the passport itself — it is used only for identity verification. However, if the document you need notarized is in a foreign language, the notary can notarize the signature but cannot certify the translation.
Can I get documents notarized if I am outside the US?
Yes. Remote Notary Online USA can notarize documents for signers located anywhere in the world via secure video call. You need a valid passport, a device with a camera and microphone, and an internet connection.
What documents can a foreign passport holder get notarized?
Common documents include power of attorney, affidavits, immigration forms, real estate documents, bank documents, apostille requests, child travel consent letters, and business agreements.
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