Witness Services

At Mobile Notary St. Louis, we understand that executing legal documents can be stressful, especially when they require more than just a signature. Many legal documents, particularly a Power of Attorney (POA), require a notary witness to be present alongside the notary public in St. Louis, MO, to ensure the document is legally binding.

We bring our mobile notary services directly to your home, office, hospital, or nursing home in Missouri, making the process as seamless as possible for you and your loved ones.

Do You Need a Witness?

Not every document requires a witness. The requirements vary based on the type of document and the state laws governing it.

Check Your Document: Before scheduling, please review your specific document or Power of Attorney instructions to see if witness services are required. 

The "Disinterested" Rule: To be legally valid, a witness cannot be mentioned in the document, nor can they be related to anyone named in the document. 

Ideal Witnesses: We recommend asking a trusted family friend, a neighbor, or a co-worker to serve as your witness.

Important: Medical Facility Signings

If you are scheduling a signing at a hospital or nursing home, please be aware that nurses, medical staff, and administrative employees will NOT sign as witnesses for documents that are not 100% medical-related.

Despite what you may have been told by others, medical facilities generally have strict policies against staff witnessing private legal documents like a Power of Attorney. Please ensure you have made other arrangements before our arrival.

Requirements for Witnesses

To ensure your appointment goes smoothly, please keep the following requirements in mind:

Physical Presence: All witnesses must be physically present at the time of signing. 

Valid Identification: Each witness must present a valid, government-issued State ID, Driver’s License, or Passport. 

No Digital Copies: We cannot accept photos, photocopies, or digital images of IDs. The physical document must be available for inspection.

We Can Provide Witnesses for You

If you are unable to find someone to act as a notary witness, we can provide them for you.

Fee: Starting at $75.00 per witness. 

Advance Notice Required: Arrangements for provided witnesses must be made before scheduling your appointment online. 

To Arrange: Please call us directly at 636-293-4493 to ensure we have staff available for your specific time and location.

Cancellation & Travel Fee Policy

We value your time and our notaries' time. Please ensure all documents are correct and all parties (including witnesses with IDs) are present at the scheduled time.

Note: The travel fee is due at the time of the appointment, even if the signing cannot be completed due to incorrect documents, missing witnesses, or expired/missing identification. If the mobile notary shows up as scheduled, the travel fee is earned.

Ready to Schedule?

We are here to make your Power of Attorney and legal signings easier.

Mobile Notary St. Louis provides notaries at your home, office, hospital, or nursing home to make the notary process of your Power of Attorney document easier for everyone in St. Louis City and across Missouri.

If a valid identification is present for one reason or another - expired, lost, not available: The state allows a Notary Public in St Louis MO to verify a person without ID by having two "credible witnesses." Credible witnesses must meet all the following criteria: They must personally know the person with the missing ID, cannot be related to any person signing or mentioned in the document (they cannot stand to gain in any way from the documents being notarized), and must have a current state ID, state driver's license, or passport available for the Notary. Copies or pictures are not accepted, and they must be present at the time of signing with the Notary. For those seeking a mobile notary in Missouri, St Louis Mobile Notary provides Notaries at your Home, Office, Hospital, or Nursing Home to streamline the Notary process for your Power of Attorney document.

A notary public in St. Louis, MO, cannot provide documents, but we can direct you to a place to obtain documents online. Alternatively, you can consult an attorney or search online for the documents that best suit your needs. Remember, a notary is not an attorney and cannot provide any type of legal advice or direction. 

Choosing the right document is at your sole discretion, and if you're unsure about your needs, it's advisable to consult an attorney. 

For your convenience, here are some PDF fill-in printable forms available online: 

- Missouri Power of Attorney PDF Fill-in Printable Form 

- Missouri Medical Power of Attorney PDF Fill-in Printable Form 

- Missouri General Power of Attorney PDF Fill-in Printable Form 

- Missouri Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney Form #4054 PDF Fill-in Printable Form 

- Trust 

- Last Will and Testament 

If you're looking for a St. Louis mobile notary, please reach out for assistance.

There are many types of documents that often (not always) require witnesses. Typically, we can notarize any type of document, such as a handwritten statement, a document from an attorney, or a document you found online. Some of these include: Medical Power of Attorney, Healthcare Power of Attorney, Durable Power of Attorney, Financial Power of Attorney, General Power of Attorney, Last Will and Testament, Trust, Vehicle Sale or Transfer of Ownership, and Quick Claim Deed. Whatever your documents are, we can assist with getting them notarized. 

As a trusted mobile notary in Missouri, Mobile Notary St. Louis provides notaries at your home, office, hospital, or nursing home to make the notarization process of your Power of Attorney document easier for everyone. If you're looking for a reliable notary public in St. Louis MO or a notary public in St. Louis City, we are here to help you with all your notarization needs.

There are many reasons to need a Power of Attorney (POA) - some of them include: health decisions that you wish to be carried out if you are unable to make decisions for yourself; situations where you cannot be present to sign documents requiring a 'wet' signature, like in a real estate transaction; being a parent leaving your minor child in the care of someone during your absence; or wanting to assign a person to manage your personal financial or business financial matters while you are away. 

For those in need of assistance, a mobile notary in Missouri can help facilitate the Notary process for your Power of Attorney document. Mobile Notary St. Louis offers notary services at your home, office, hospital, or nursing home, making it easier for everyone involved. Whether you require a notary public in St. Louis MO or a St. Louis mobile notary, we're here to assist.

In most states, for a Power of Attorney (POA) to be official, it must be notarized by a Notary Public in St Louis MO. A Notary will be present to witness the signing of the document(s) and to verify the identity of the signers. Signers must be aware of what they are signing, not be under duress, and be able to communicate with the Notary directly at the time of signing. Once the document(s) have been properly notarized, they become an official document. Some notarized documents may need to be filed with an attorney or court to be considered an official record, and it is up to the customer to complete this final process if necessary. 

It’s important to note that Notaries are NOT lawyers and do NOT offer legal advice of any type. Notaries cannot provide documents or advise you on proper documents. For legal guidance, please consult an attorney or a proper professional. 

For those seeking a convenient option, St Louis Mobile Notary provides mobile notary services across Missouri, bringing Notaries to your home, office, hospital, or nursing home to make the notarization process for your Power of Attorney document easier for everyone.

Once you have your Power of Attorney document(s) (durable Power of Attorney, healthcare directive Power of Attorney, general Power of Attorney, financial Power of Attorney, etc.), review it to determine if you need witnesses. Ensure that all parties requiring notarization have a current ID, such as a driver’s license or passport, available for the Notary Public in St Louis MO—no copies or pictures are accepted. If no current ID is available, refer to 'Credible Witnesses' below.

Secure your (non-related, disinterested) witnesses and confirm they possess a valid driver’s license, ID, or passport, as the Notary will need to verify their identity. For any questions regarding witnesses, see 'Do I need a witness? Who can be a witness?'

Find out when your witnesses are available to be present with all parties signing the POA. It’s advisable to contact a St Louis mobile notary, as it’s more convenient for a mobile notary to travel to your location, whether it’s your home, office, nursing home, or hospital.

Schedule an appointment with a mobile notary in Missouri. Complete all required questions and information on the documents PRIOR to the Notary appointment. DO NOT SIGN or DATE any pages of documents until the Notary is present. All other portions of the document should be filled out in advance to save time for everyone involved.

On the appointment day, have the document(s) ready for signing. Ensure all parties, including witnesses if needed, are present. Confirm that all signers and witnesses have valid state ID, driver’s license, or passport for the Notary Public St Louis City—no copies or pictures are accepted.

When the Notary arrives, they will review and record each person's identification and signature. The Notary will witness all parties signing the documents, then stamp and sign them. Your document is now official and notarized. If the document needs to be filed with an attorney or court to be considered an official record, it is the customer's responsibility to complete this part of the process.

**Note**: If the Notary shows up and the documents cannot be notarized for any reason, our travel fee is still due in full. The Notary is on a schedule and cannot wait for changes, finding witnesses, etc.

A Notary Public in St. Louis, MO will be present during the signing of the document to verify that it was signed by the correct individuals and that those signers have been properly identified by verifying their Drivers License, State issued ID, or Passport. 

The Notary's stamp and signature on your document signifies that it has been notarized. 

Some notarized documents may need to be filed with an Attorney or court to be recognized as official records. 

It's important to note that Notaries are NOT Lawyers and do NOT offer any legal advice. Notaries cannot provide documents or advise you on the proper documentation needed. Please consult an Attorney or the appropriate professional. 

For convenience, St. Louis Mobile Notary provides mobile notary services throughout Missouri at your Home, Office, Hospital, or Nursing Home, making the process of notarizing your Power of Attorney document easier for everyone.

Notaries are NOT Lawyers and do NOT offer legal advice of any type. A notary public in St Louis MO cannot provide documents or advise you on the proper documents. Please consult an attorney or appropriate professional. 

For your convenience, St Louis mobile notary services provide notaries at your home, office, hospital, or nursing home, making the notary process for your Power of Attorney document easier for everyone in Missouri.