ID Requirements for Notarization

ID Requirements for Notarization

As a California Notary Public, I must verify your identity before notarizing your document. Your ID must match the name on the document exactly or contain more identifying information—not less.

Name Matching Requirement:

• Your ID can include additional middle names or initials, but it cannot have fewer names than what appears on the document.

✅ Acceptable Example:

• ID: "Maria Guadalupe Gonzalez"

• Document: "Maria Gonzalez"

• ✔️ Allowed (ID contains more information, which is permitted.)

❌ Not Acceptable Example:

• ID: "Maria Gonzalez"

• Document: "Maria Guadalupe Gonzalez"

• ⛔ Not Allowed (ID does not include the full name listed on the document.)

Expired ID Policy in California

A California Notary can only accept an expired ID if it was issued within the last 5 years from the date of notarization.

Expired ID Examples:

✅ Acceptable Expired ID:

• Today’s Date: February 6, 2025

• ID Expired On: March 10, 2021

• ✔️ Allowed (Expired less than 5 years ago.)

❌ Not Acceptable Expired ID:

• Today’s Date: February 6, 2025

• ID Expired On: January 15, 2019

• ⛔ Not Allowed (Expired more than 5 years ago.)

To avoid delays, please ensure you bring a valid and acceptable form of identification to your notary appointment. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Legit Mobile Notary!