Free North Dakota Notary Acknowledgment Forms

North Dakota Notary Acknowledgment Overview

A notary acknowledgment in North Dakota is a certificate completed by a ND-commissioned notary public confirming that a signer personally appeared before the notary, was positively identified, and acknowledged signing a document voluntarily. North Dakota law prescribes specific statutory wording that must be used for acknowledgment certificates to be valid and accepted by recording offices throughout the state. Using incorrect or out-of-state wording can result in document rejection.

North Dakota notary acknowledgments are required for real estate deeds, powers of attorney, trust documents, mortgages, and many other legal instruments filed or recorded in the state. The notary does not verify the content or legality of the document — only the identity of the signer and that the signature was made willingly. North Dakota notaries must hold an active commission, maintain proper bonding, and follow all ND notarial procedures when performing acknowledgments.

North Dakota Acknowledgment Wording

North Dakota law prescribes specific statutory wording for notary acknowledgment certificates. Using the correct wording is essential for documents that will be recorded with North Dakota county recorders or filed with state agencies. Below are the required acknowledgment forms for different signer types.

Individual Acknowledgment

Corporate / Representative Acknowledgment

Multiple Signers Acknowledgment

North Dakota Notary Requirements

North Dakota has specific requirements for notaries public who perform acknowledgments. Understanding these requirements helps ensure your notarization is valid and your documents will be accepted.

• Commission Term: North Dakota notary commissions are valid for 6 years from the date of issuance
• Bond: A $7,500 surety bond is required for North Dakota notaries
• Exam: No exam is required to become a notary in North Dakota
• Journal: Maintaining a notary journal is recommended but not legally required in North Dakota
• Seal/Stamp: North Dakota notaries must use an official seal or stamp on all notarial certificates
• Max Fee: $5 per notarial act for in-person notarizations

Remote Online Notarization in North Dakota

North Dakota does allow remote online notarization (RON), which permits signers to appear before a notary via secure audio-video technology rather than in person. RON sessions require multi-factor identity verification including knowledge-based authentication questions, credential analysis of a government-issued ID, and live video confirmation.

RON notaries in North Dakota must use approved technology platforms that meet state requirements for security, recording, and record retention. All RON sessions are recorded and the recordings must be stored for the period specified by ND law. RON fees may differ from in-person notarization fees.

North Dakota Notary Fees

North Dakota regulates the maximum fees notaries may charge for notarial acts. Below is a breakdown of typical notarization costs in North Dakota.

North Dakota Identification Requirements

North Dakota notaries must verify the identity of each signer before performing an acknowledgment. The following forms of identification are generally accepted in North Dakota.

Sample North Dakota Acknowledgment Certificate

Below is a preview of our North Dakota-specific notary acknowledgment certificate. Your customized document will include the exact ND statutory wording and all required notarial elements.

North Dakota Notary Acknowledgment FAQ

Answers to common questions about notary acknowledgments in North Dakota, including wording requirements, fees, and notarization procedures.

Official North Dakota Resources

Use these official resources to verify North Dakota notary requirements, find a notary, and access state notary forms and information.

Related North Dakota Documents

Documents commonly used alongside notary acknowledgments in North Dakota, or that require ND notarization.