South Carolina Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws
No In-State RONLast verified September 2026
Can you notarize online in South Carolina? Yes, with a notary commissioned in another state.
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Quick Facts
- Status
- No In-State RON
- Statute
- S.C. Code § 26-2-5 et seq. (Electronic Notary Public Act, in-person only)
South Carolina RON Law Overview
South Carolina has no remote online notarization; its 2021 Electronic Notary Public Act allows electronic notarization only when the signer appears in person.
Key details for South Carolina
Signer location: Not applicable; the signer must appear in person before the electronic notary (S.C. Code § 26-2-50(A)).
Interstate Recognition
South Carolina recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (S.C. Code § 26-3-20 (Uniform Recognition of Acknowledgments Act)).
Online Notary Availability in South Carolina
Notaron is available 24/7 across South Carolina. See location-specific guides for major South Carolina cities:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is remote online notarization legal in South Carolina?
Yes, with a notary commissioned in a state that authorizes it. South Carolina has no remote online notarization; its 2021 Electronic Notary Public Act allows electronic notarization only when the signer appears in person.
What are the identity verification requirements for RON in South Carolina?
South Carolina 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 South Carolina, identity verification follows the law of the state where your notary is commissioned.
Do I need a special endorsement to perform RON in South Carolina?
Not currently: South Carolina notaries cannot yet perform full remote online notarization, so there is no South Carolina RON endorsement in use.
What technology is required for RON in South Carolina?
South Carolina sets no RON technology rules of its own yet. When you notarize online from South Carolina, the session follows the technology standards of the state where your notary is commissioned.
Does South Carolina accept out-of-state RON?
South Carolina recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (S.C. Code § 26-3-20 (Uniform Recognition of Acknowledgments Act)).