Notarization with No Signer’s ID

“Can I notarize my paperwork if I have no ID?” In Florida, you can.

Occasionally, a notary is asked to notarize the signature of a person who does not have, and cannot obtain, acceptable identification. Florida allows the sworn written statement of two credible witnesses whose identities are proven to the notary and who personally know the signer, to confirm the signer’s identity. Such witnesses are called “credible”.

Please note that with this method, the witnesses must personally know the person whose signature is being notarized and must sign a sworn written statement. The two witnesses must have acceptable identification.

When using this methods of identification, it is also suggested the two witnesses also sign the document being notarized.

Keep in mind that these provisions are for the purpose of identifying certain people who do not have other identification and do not replace the “presence” requirement. The person whose signature is being notarized must be present at the time of the notarization.