Georgia Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws
No In-State RONLast verified September 2026
Can you notarize online in Georgia? Yes, with a notary commissioned in another state.
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- No In-State RON
Georgia RON Law Overview
Notaries commissioned in Georgia may not perform remote notarization (2026 bills SB 8, SB 299 and HB 289 did not become law); Georgians can still use a notary commissioned in another state, and the Department of Revenue accepts such remote notarizations except for motor-vehicle documents.
Document Restrictions
Georgia restricts certain document types from RON:
Georgia's Department of Revenue does not accept remotely notarized motor-vehicle documents. Georgia real estate documents are flagged for review before a remote session: no Georgia statute expressly excludes them, but recording practice varies by county.
Interstate Recognition
Georgia generally recognizes remote online notarizations performed by notaries commissioned in other states that have enacted equivalent RON legislation. Documents notarized via RON in another state may be accepted for recording and legal purposes in Georgia, subject to compliance with the originating state's RON requirements.
Online Notary Availability in Georgia
Notaron is available 24/7 across Georgia. See location-specific guides for major Georgia cities:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is remote online notarization legal in Georgia?
Yes, with a notary commissioned in a state that authorizes it. Notaries commissioned in Georgia may not perform remote notarization (2026 bills SB 8, SB 299 and HB 289 did not become law); Georgians can still use a notary commissioned in another state, and the Department of Revenue accepts such remote notarizations except for motor-vehicle documents.
What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Georgia?
Georgia sets no identity rules for remote online notarization of its own yet, because its notaries cannot currently perform full RON. When you notarize online from Georgia, identity verification follows the law of the state where your notary is commissioned.
Do I need a special endorsement to perform RON in Georgia?
Not currently: Georgia notaries cannot yet perform full remote online notarization, so there is no Georgia RON endorsement in use.
What technology is required for RON in Georgia?
Georgia sets no RON technology rules of its own yet. When you notarize online from Georgia, the session follows the technology standards of the state where your notary is commissioned.
Does Georgia accept out-of-state RON?
Yes. Georgia generally accepts remote online notarizations performed by notaries commissioned in other states; individual recording offices and agencies may have their own requirements.
Are there document restrictions for RON in Georgia?
Yes, Georgia restricts certain document types from being notarized via RON. Georgia's Department of Revenue does not accept remotely notarized motor-vehicle documents. Georgia real estate documents are flagged for review before a remote session: no Georgia statute expressly excludes them, but recording practice varies by county. Check with local recording offices for the most current list of accepted document types.