Which States Allow Online Notarization in 2025?

The Growing Acceptance of Online Notarization

Remote Online Notarization (RON) has seen rapid adoption across the United States. What started in a handful of states has expanded to nationwide acceptance, with all 50 states now permitting some form of online notarization.

Current State of RON Laws

As of 2025, all 50 states and the District of Columbia have enacted laws or emergency orders that permit remote online notarization. The specifics vary by state, but the trend is clear: online notarization is here to stay.

States with Permanent RON Laws

The majority of states have passed permanent legislation authorizing remote online notarization. These laws typically include provisions for:

• Technology requirements for audio-visual communication
• Identity verification standards
• Electronic signature and seal requirements
• Recording and retention of sessions
• Standards for notary commissioning and training

Key Legal Framework: RULONA

Many states have adopted the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (RULONA) as the basis for their RON laws. This model legislation, developed by the Uniform Law Commission, provides a consistent framework for electronic notarization across state lines.

Interstate Recognition

One of the most important aspects of online notarization is interstate recognition. When you get a document notarized online through a notary commissioned in one state, that notarization is generally accepted in other states. This is similar to how in-person notarizations have always worked across state lines.

How We Handle State-Specific Requirements

At Looking Glass Runners, our notaries are commissioned in states with comprehensive RON laws. This ensures that your notarization meets the highest legal standards and is widely accepted across all states.

Our platform:

• Complies with all applicable state and federal laws
• Uses identity verification methods that meet or exceed state requirements
• Records and stores sessions in compliance with retention laws
• Provides tamper-evident electronic seals that meet state standards

What This Means for You

Regardless of where you live in the United States, you can use online notarization for your documents. Our service is designed to be simple, secure, and legally compliant in every state.

Getting Started

Don't let uncertainty about state laws hold you back. Book a session with Looking Glass Runners and our team will ensure your notarization is handled properly and in compliance with all applicable laws.