Remote Online Notary (RON) in Florida

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Be a RON in 4 Easy Steps

Once you are a commissioned Florida Notary, you qualify to become a Remote Online Notary.

1. COMPLETE APPLICATION

2. SUBSCRIBE TO PLATFORM

3. TAKE COURSE

4. MAIL FORMS

Sometimes, seeing a notary in person just isn’t a viable option. Whether someone is traveling, pressed for time, or can’t seem to find an available notary that fits their hectic schedule, accessing a notary virtually is the next best thing.

You can step up to solve these problems by becoming a remote online notary in Florida.

What Is a Remote Online Notary?

A remote online notary, or RON, is a commissioned notary public authorized to provide notary services online via audio-video platforms that meet the state’s administrative code requirements.

While many believe electronic notarization is the same as remote online notarization, they are very different. Although electronic notarizations involve documents being signed in an electronic format, they still require both the notary and the individual seeking notarization to be physically present.

Remote online notarization is done 100% online, meaning neither party has to be in the other’s physical presence.

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How Can I Become a Remote Online Notary?

To register as a remote online notary, below are the steps you will need to take:

Complete the registration form. The registration form will need to be notarized by another notary.
Obtain a $25,000 notary bond.
Obtain a notary errors & omissions insurance policy in the minimum amount of $25,000.
Complete a remote online notary education course covering the duties, obligations, and technology requirements for serving as a remote online notary.
Review statutes and rules related to notaries public and remote online notaries public.
Select a RON service technology provider that is compliant with Florida law.
Submit the completed registration form along with payment of $10 by check payable to the Florida Department of State. You must include proof of your bond and insurance policy, a copy of your appointment as a notary public, and evidence that you completed a course for remote online notaries.

What Can a Remote Notary in Florida Do?

As a remote notary in Florida, you can perform the following notarial acts:

Confirm a signer’s identity and acknowledge their signature.
Verify a document is signed in your presence and administer an oath if required.
Oversee the signing of an electronic document.

Does a Remote Notarization Take Less Time Than Traditional Notarization?

Barring any technical issues, the actual notarization process works the same remotely as it does in person. The lack of travel time can represent substantial time savings, though. Since the notary and signer aren’t meeting in person, they can connect online from wherever they are to take care of the business quickly and efficiently.

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Why Become a Remote Online Notary?

In addition to the convenience factor, becoming a remote notary in Florida is a great solution for notaries and clients with specific health and safety concerns. Those who need to be careful about illness can choose remote notary services to feel more comfortable and protect their health.

The best way to ensure the safety of all parties is to turn to RON services. Other advantages include:

The ability to see more customers, increasing earning potential
Reduced overhead costs due to a decreased need for travel and printed paperwork
A more reliable signature-gathering process
The ability to perform notary services during inclement weather like hurricanes and tropical storms

You aren’t the only one who will appreciate the convenience—your customers will, too. Remote notary services let you reach more customers whose schedules or locations make it difficult for them to stop by your office.

As a remote online notary in Florida, you can increase your clientele by offering a convenient and efficient service in a culture dominated by digital services.

Join the Florida Notary Association

Being a Florida-based remote online notary comes with strict guidelines and high expectations. The Florida Notary Association offers high-quality notary supplies to make it easier to become a notary and ensure you excel within the role.

Frequently Asked Questions

Beginning January 1, 2020, Florida notaries may register to perform remote online notarizations (RONs).

A remote online notary is a commissioned notary public who is also authorized to perform notarizations online using audio-video technology standards that meets the requirements set forth in Chapter 117, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 1N-7.001, Florida Administrative Code.
To register as a remote online notary, below are the steps you will need to take:
- Review statues and rules related to notaries public and remote online notaries public.
- Complete a remote online notary education course covering the duties, obligations and technology requirements for serving as a remote online notary.
- Obtain a $25,000 notary bond.
- Obtain a notary errors & omissions insurance policy in the minimum amount of $25,000.
- Select a RON service technology provider that is compliant with Florida law.
- Complete the registration form (see attached). The registration form will need to be notarized by another notary.
- Submit the completed registration form along with payment of $10 by check payable to the Florida Department of State. You must include proof of your bond and insurance policy, a copy of your appointment as a notary public and evidence of completing a course for remote online notaries.
Many believe they are the same, but they are not. While electronic notarizations involve documents signed and notarized in an electronic format, all other elements of a traditional notarization apply, including the signer physically appearing before the notary. With remote notarizations, the transaction is performed online via audio-video technology rather than in person.
You will need to partner with a remote online notarization service provider whose technology complies with standards and requirements pursuant to Chapter 117, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 1N-7.001, Florida Administrative Code.
No. Apps such as FaceTime, Skype, and Google Meet do not meet the requirements for a RON service provider set by Florida statutes.
Visit the Department of State’s website to view the list of approved course providers.
No. Remote notaries are required to obtain a different E&O policy for $25,000.
No. Your current notary bond is in the amount of $7,500. You will need to purchase a new bond for $25,000.
The registration will run concurrently with your existing notary public commission and will expire on the same day, regardless of when the online notary registration was filed.
The notary bond will run concurrently with your existing notary public commission and will expire on the same day, regardless of when the online notary registration was filed.