Minnesota Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws
RON EnactedEffective January 1, 2019 · Last verified September 2026
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Quick Facts
- Status
- RON Enacted
- Year Enacted
- 2018
- Statute
- Minn. Stat. § 358.645
- Bill Number
- SF 893 (2018 Minn. Laws ch. 176)
Minnesota RON Law Overview
Minnesota authorized remote online notarization in 2018 by SF 893 (2018 Minn. Laws ch. 176), codified at Minn. Stat. § 358.645, effective January 1, 2019. A Minnesota online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in Minnesota who also holds the state's separate remote-notary registration or endorsement. The signer appears on a live audio-video call and is identified by automated analysis of a government-issued photo ID and knowledge-based authentication questions. The notary must record each act in an electronic journal and keep the session recording for at least 10 years.
Key details for Minnesota
Enacted by SF 893 (2018 Minn. Laws ch. 176). Signer location: Anywhere; if outside the U.S., the notary must have no knowledge the act is prohibited there and the record must relate to a U.S. court/government matter, U.S. property or a U.S.-connected transaction. The notary must be physically located in the state during the act.
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Minnesota RON Requirements
Under Minnesota law, every remote online notarization must take place via real-time audio-video communication between the notary and the signer. Credential analysis of a government-issued photo ID is required to verify the signer's identity. The signer must successfully complete knowledge-based authentication (KBA), answering personal questions generated from public records and credit data to confirm their identity. The notary is required to keep an electronic journal documenting each transaction and to use tamper-evident sealing on all notarized documents. Audio-video recordings of each RON session must be retained for at least 10 years.
- Audio-video required
- Yes
- Tamper-evident seal
- Required
- Electronic journal
- Required
- Recording retention
- 10 years
- Credential analysis
- Required
- KBA required
- Yes
- Commissioned in state
- Required
- RON endorsement
- Required
Interstate Recognition
Minnesota recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Minn. Stat. § 358.61).
Online Notary Availability in Minnesota
Notaron is available 24/7 across Minnesota. See location-specific guides for major Minnesota cities:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is remote online notarization legal in Minnesota?
Yes, Minnesota has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2018 under Minn. Stat. § 358.645. Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for Minnesota-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.
What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Minnesota?
Minnesota requires credential analysis of a government-issued photo ID and knowledge-based authentication (KBA) for all remote online notarizations. The signer must correctly answer personal questions generated from authoritative data sources.
Do I need a special endorsement to perform RON in Minnesota?
Yes, Minnesota requires notaries to obtain a RON endorsement or registration in addition to their standard notary commission before performing remote online notarizations.
What technology is required for RON in Minnesota?
Minnesota requires RON sessions to use real-time two-way audio-video communication. Documents must be sealed with tamper-evident technology. An electronic journal must be maintained for all remote notarizations. Session recordings must be retained for 10 years.
Does Minnesota accept out-of-state RON?
Minnesota recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Minn. Stat. § 358.61).