Vermont Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws
RON EnactedEffective July 1, 2022 · Last verified September 2026
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Quick Facts
- Status
- RON Enacted
- Year Enacted
- 2022
- Statute
- 26 V.S.A. §§ 5379–5380
- Bill Number
- H.512 (Act No. 171 of 2021 Adj. Sess.)
Vermont RON Law Overview
Vermont authorized remote online notarization in 2022 by H.512 (Act No. 171 of 2021 Adj. Sess.), codified at 26 V.S.A. §§ 5379–5380, effective July 1, 2022. A Vermont online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in Vermont 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 7 years.
Key details for Vermont
Enacted by H.512 (Act No. 171 of 2021 Adj. Sess.). Signer location: Anywhere in the US; outside the US only if the act is not prohibited there and the record relates to a US/state matter, US property or a US-connected transaction (Rule 8-4). The notary must be physically located in the state during the act.
Legal Citations
Vermont RON Requirements
Vermont requires RON sessions to be conducted over a live, two-way audio-video connection. 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. Notaries must maintain an electronic journal of all remote notarizations and apply tamper-evident technology to completed documents. Audio-video recordings of each RON session must be retained for at least 7 years.
- Audio-video required
- Yes
- Tamper-evident seal
- Required
- Electronic journal
- Required
- Recording retention
- 7 years
- Credential analysis
- Required
- KBA required
- Yes
- Commissioned in state
- Required
- RON endorsement
- Required
Interstate Recognition
Vermont recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (26 V.S.A. § 5374).
Online Notary Availability in Vermont
Notaron is available 24/7 across Vermont. See location-specific guides for major Vermont cities:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is remote online notarization legal in Vermont?
Yes, Vermont has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2022 under 26 V.S.A. §§ 5379–5380. Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for Vermont-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.
What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Vermont?
Vermont 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 Vermont?
Yes, Vermont 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 Vermont?
Vermont 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 7 years.
Does Vermont accept out-of-state RON?
Vermont recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (26 V.S.A. § 5374).