A vetted notary comes to you. Real estate signings, POAs, affidavits, vehicle titles. Itemized pricing, verified IDs, official record.
Already commissioned? Create your profile →Your notary keeps 100% of the travel and act fees on mobile bookings like this one. The booking fee is added on top — never taken out of theirs.
Sample — every notary sets their own travel rate, so your quote will differ. You always see the full number first.
Most people google "notary near me" at 4pm on a Friday and end up calling four banks. Smoothquill is built for those moments — you have a document, you need it notarized, and you'd rather not drive to a UPS Store hoping the one notary on shift hasn't gone to lunch.
POA, deed, affidavit, vehicle title, parental consent, loan signing — we know which fields need stamping. The app tells you exactly what to bring.
A vetted notary nearby accepts your request — you see their name, photo, and verified-commission badge before they head over.
They verify your ID, witness the signature, and stamp the document.
Getting it notarized isn't the same as getting it done right. A wrong certificate, a missing seal, or an unclear stamp can get a document rejected and send you back to start over. Smoothquill matches your document to a vetted notary who handles that type, with reviews and a visible track record. The point isn't just speed. It's that it holds up.
Smoothquill covers every common notarial act, including loan signings.
Deeds, mortgage docs, refi packages, title transfers.
Loan signingPOAs, healthcare directives, living trusts, codicils.
MobileCar, boat, ATV, RV title transfers.
MobileCourt, immigration, insurance, identity.
MobileFor minors traveling without both parents.
Parental consent · MobileOperating agreements, certifications, contracts.
Business · MobileTell us your document and we'll confirm whether it needs notarization — and which type.
Free · AnytimePrices reflect the travel fee your notary sets — a base rate plus mileage. Smoothquill adds a booking fee — 15% of the travel fee — itemized on your total before you confirm. The notary's official per-signature fee is set and capped by your state and added at the visit — you'll see the exact amount on your itemized quote.
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You'll see the exact itemized price the moment your notary accepts — before anyone travels.
Smoothquill routes signings to vetted notaries — mobile mornings, loan signings on weekends. You set your hours, your radius, and your stop-cap. We're building the demand.
Clear posted rates, transparent splits, and a route you actually own.
In most states the process is straightforward — often no exam and no training course required. Many people are commissioned within 2–4 weeks of starting. Here's the general path; check your state's guide for exact requirements.
Two questions worth settling first: working across state lines and whether you need an LLC.
If your state requires a surety bond, you can get one from any licensed insurance agent or online provider. We have an affiliate that's pre-vetted.
Complete the application through your state's Secretary of State (or commissioning authority) portal.
Some states require an existing notary to witness your application or an oath of office — check your state's requirements.
Send your application (and bond, if required) to the Secretary of State. Commissions typically arrive within a few weeks.
Order a state-compliant stamp once your commission arrives. Then come back and join Smoothquill.
Free PDF guide: application links, bond provider comparison, and a step-by-step walkthrough. Already commissioned? Tell us below and we'll point you straight to joining Smoothquill instead. No spam, no upsell.
It's a real risk with notarization — a wrong certificate, a missing seal, or an unclear stamp can all cause the receiving office to reject a document. Smoothquill works to prevent that: we match your document to a vetted notary who handles that type — every notary's commission and identity are verified before they can take a booking. Getting it done right the first time is the whole point.
It depends on your document and who's receiving it. Some documents and some receiving offices require an in-person notarization; others accept remote online notarization (RON). If you're unsure, an in-person mobile visit is accepted everywhere.
You pay the travel fee your notary sets — a base rate plus mileage. Smoothquill adds a booking fee — 15% of the travel fee — itemized on your total before you confirm. The notary's official per-act fee is set and capped by your state and added at the visit — billed at cost, no markup from us. No "call for a quote": you'll see the exact itemized price the moment your notary accepts.
Whether you need a document notarized tonight or want to build a real side income as a commissioned notary — pick a door.