Notary Public Indianapolis FAQ
Notary Public Indianapolis Frequently Asked Questions
Express Notary Plus – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Express Notary Plus?
Express Notary Plus is a mobile notary public service based in Indianapolis, Indiana, offering convenient, professional notarization at your home, office, hospital, or local meeting spot. We serve Indianapolis, Greenfield, Fishers, Greenwood, and surrounding suburbs — saving you time and travel.
2. What does a mobile notary public do?
A mobile notary travels to your location to verify identity, witness signatures, and notarize legal documents such as affidavits, deeds, powers of attorney, and loan paperwork. It’s the same legal process as visiting a notary office — just far more convenient.
3. How do I schedule a mobile notary in Indianapolis?
You can schedule directly at www.ExpressNotaryPlus.net or call/text (317) 747-3025. Same-day and evening appointments are often available, especially for urgent notarizations.
4. What areas do you serve?
Express Notary Plus serves Indianapolis, Greenwood, Fishers, Greenfield, Cumberland, Lawrence, Beech Grove, and nearby communities.
If you’re searching for a “notary public near me” in Central Indiana, we likely cover your area.
5. What types of documents can you notarize?
We handle nearly all personal and business documents, including:
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Power of Attorney (POA)
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Wills, Trusts & Estate forms
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Real estate deeds & closings
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Loan documents
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Healthcare directives
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Vehicle titles
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Business contracts & affidavits
6. Are you available for hospital or nursing home visits?
Yes. We frequently provide mobile notary services at local hospitals and long-term care facilities, including Community Hospital East, Eskenazi, IU Health, St. Vincent, and others in the Indianapolis area. We ensure patients and families can finalize important documents without stress.
7. What identification do I need for notarization?
You’ll need a valid, government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, passport, or state ID card. For patients or elderly clients, alternate forms of identification may be accepted under Indiana notary law.
8. How much does a mobile notary cost in Indianapolis?
Fees vary depending on the number of documents and travel distance. Typical rates start around $10 per notarized signature, plus a small mobile travel fee based on your location. We provide clear, upfront pricing — no hidden costs.
It's important to note that pricing for real estate documents differs significantly. In Indiana, only trained and licensed certified notary signing agents are authorized to notarize real estate documents. Given their additional training and higher insurance costs, they charge more than the cost to notarize a general legal document. Usually, they charge per document and not per signature. For these reasons and the risk of higher liability, most retail stores and financial institutions do not offer notary public services for real estate documents.
9. Can I get documents notarized after business hours or on weekends?
Absolutely. Express Notary Plus offers evening, weekend, and emergency appointments for your convenience. Call or text (317) 747-3025 for immediate scheduling.
10. Is Express Notary Plus licensed and insured?
Yes. Our notaries are commissioned by the State of Indiana, background-checked, and fully insured. We follow all Indiana notarial laws and best practices to ensure every document is properly executed.
11. Do you offer remote online notarization (RON)?
At this time, we primarily offer in-person mobile notary services, but remote online notarization is available for select document types upon request. Contact us for details on secure online notarization options.
12. How can I prepare for my notary appointment?
Bring all unsigned documents and valid photo identification. Do not sign anything until your notary arrives — Indiana law requires notaries to witness the signature in person.
Ensure you have a clean workspace, a quiet work area, and that pets are put up.
We’ll guide you through the process and verify each step for legal compliance.
Each signer must have at least one acceptable form of identification that is not expired for longer than 3 years. If no ID is available, then you may provide a "credible witness" - a third party with no beneficial interest in the documents, who personally knows the signer and who has at least one acceptable ID. A photocopy of IDs is not acceptable.
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A driver’s license or identity card issued by any state;
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A U.S. passport or an officially recognized passport of a foreign country;
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A U.S. military identification card;
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An identity card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe; or
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At least one current document issued by the federal government or a state, county, or other local government that contains the person’s photograph
13. What makes Express Notary Plus different?
We combine professional expertise, convenience, and personal service. With flexible scheduling, local experience, and trusted mobile coverage across Indianapolis and its suburbs, Express Notary Plus delivers fast, reliable notarization when and where you need it.
14. How can I contact Express Notary Plus?
📍 Website: www.ExpressNotaryPlus.net
📞 Phone/Text: (317) 747-3025
📧 Email: info@expressnotaryplus.net
Serving Indianapolis, Greenwood, Fishers, Greenfield, and nearby areas.
15. Why is using a notary public important?
A notary public ensures that documents are authentic, properly signed, and legally valid. This protects you against fraud and helps ensure your agreements, titles, and legal forms are recognized by banks, courts, and government offices.
16. Do I need to have a witness present?
Your documents may require one or two individual witnesses.
You should be prepared to have your required witnesses available
during our appointment. A witness can be any third-party person
with no beneficial interest and not related to the signer. Think friend or neighbor.
You can see if you need any witnesses if there are signature lines
on your documents with the word "Witness".
Witness Requirements:
1. Over the age of 18
2. Not a benefactor or directly related to the signer
3. Has a valid photo ID as listed above.
17. Can I be refused Service by a Notary Public?
A notarial officer may refuse to notarize a document if the officer is not satisfied that:
1) the individual executing the document is competent or,
2) the individual's execution of the documents is being done knowingly or voluntarily,
Under specific circumstances, a notary may choose to decline to notarize a document for a member of the public, if the individual fails to meet the identification requirements or if the document is ineligible for legal notarization. Furthermore, if the person is unable or unwilling to provide payment for notarization, the notary is not obligated to offer free services.
Provided that all requirements are met and payment is offered for the services, the notary public is legally bound to provide their notarization services. Notaries serve the public, and failure to fulfill their duties as public servants may result in fines and the revocation of their commission.
18. Are you a Notario Publico?
No! Although the direct translation to Spanish is Notario Publico, Indiana notaries are not referred to as "Notario Publicos." The responsibilities associated with such a title are akin to those of a lawyer and are not connected to the role and duties of an Indiana Notary.
It is crucial not to conflate the two, as they represent distinct titles with entirely different responsibilities. In fact, in Indiana, it is illegal for a Notary Public to identify themselves as a Notario Publico.