Immigration documents

Notarization for USCIS, consular, and foreign filings.

Bilingual, USCIS-aware notaries who notarize affidavits of support, translation certificates, sponsor declarations, and the full pipeline of documents that cross borders.

500+

Bilingual notaries

20+

Languages

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Apostille capable

Same day

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Notary vs. attorney — what a notary can do

A notary public can witness signatures, administer oaths, and certify copies of immigration documents. They cannot prepare USCIS forms, choose visa categories, or give any kind of legal advice unless they are also a licensed attorney or BIA-accredited representative. For form strategy, work with an immigration attorney. For the signing and authentication steps, a NotarySeal notary makes the process faster and avoids the common pitfalls that get filings rejected.

Foreign documents and translation certificates

USCIS requires every non-English document to be accompanied by a full English translation and a certificate of accuracy signed by the translator. Notaries can notarize the translator's certificate. When documents cross borders the other way — a US birth certificate going to Italy, for example — you'll typically need notarization plus apostille (or embassy legalization for non-Hague countries). NotarySeal handles both ends of the pipeline.

Common requests

  • Affidavit of support evidence
  • Sponsor and joint sponsor declarations
  • Parental consent for minor immigration
  • Translation certificates of accuracy
  • Foreign-bound powers of attorney

What to bring

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • The unsigned form or affidavit
  • Any required witnesses
  • Certified translator (if needed)
  • Destination country for apostille planning

Frequently asked questions

Can a notary help with USCIS immigration forms?

A notary can notarize signatures on immigration documents and certify copies, but cannot give legal advice or 'translate' forms. For form preparation, work with an attorney or BIA-accredited representative — your notary can refer one.

What immigration documents typically need notarization?

Affidavits of support (I-864 supporting evidence), sponsor declarations, parental consent forms, marriage and birth records used as evidence, and translations from non-English documents.

Can a notary translate documents for USCIS?

Notaries don't translate. But they can notarize a translator's certificate of accuracy — required by USCIS for any non-English document. Many NotarySeal notaries are bilingual and can coordinate certified translators.

What about consular notarizations?

For documents headed to a consulate or foreign government, you'll often need notarization plus apostille or embassy legalization. NotarySeal agents handle the full pipeline.

Is it safe to use a notario público?

In the US, 'notario' does not mean attorney — it means a state-commissioned notary public. Make sure anyone advising on your immigration case is a licensed attorney or BIA-accredited representative, not just a notario.

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