New York remote online notarization
New York electronic notarization (Exec. Law § 135-c and 19 NYCRR Part 182) is operational. The notary registers the capability with the Department of State and must be physically located in New York during the act. Recordings and records are kept at least 10 years. The electronic act fee is $25 under 19 NYCRR § 182.11.
How the appointment works
- Read the co-op board letter, lender instructions, or counsel email. If they demand wet ink, book mobile instead.
- Book a New York notary registered for electronic notarization. They must be physically in New York during the session.
- Complete platform ID proofing. Have camera, microphone, and the document ready.
- If the document is a 2021 statutory POA, confirm witnesses can participate as GOL requires.
- Download the electronic file. Keep it at least as long as the receiving party might ask for it.
When NYC still wants ink
Co-op boards, some lenders, and some city agencies still want wet ink. Remote ink notarization (RIN) is a separate New York variant. If the packet is a condo board package, read the board's instruction letter before you book a video session.
Signer location and records
The notary must be in New York. Signer location depends on the statute and the receiving party's rules. Confirm both. A New York electronic certificate is still a New York act. The notary keeps the recording and journal for at least 10 years.
Official instructions: New York Department of State notary. Statewide notary rules live on the New York notary hub.
City pages: New York City, Buffalo, Rochester.