How to Become a Remote Online Notary in Delaware (2026)

Overview

Delaware’s profile-based approach is similar in spirit to Indiana’s INBiz system but lighter on requirements: there is no exam and no bond requirement for the privilege request. The critical gate is receiving Notary Department approval after submitting your provider information – performing acts before that approval is a compliance violation.

Delaware’s Notary Profile: How the Privilege Request Works

Every Delaware notary has a Notary Profile through the Delaware Notary Department portal. The RON/electronic notarization privilege request is handled entirely within this profile. The process:

1. Log in to your Delaware Notary Profile at the Department portal
2. Navigate to the request section for remote or electronic notarial act privileges
3. Select the type of privilege you are requesting: Electronic Notarization, Remote Online Notarization, or both
4. Choose an approved technology provider from the Notary Department’s list and enter your provider information
5. Submit the request – the Notary Department reviews your submission
6. Wait for written approval from the Notary Department before performing any remote or electronic acts

If you change technology providers after initial approval, you must update your Notary Profile with the new provider information and receive updated approval before using the new platform.

Delaware’s Approved Technology Provider List

Delaware maintains an official list of approved technology providers for remote and electronic notarizations. You must select from this list – you cannot use a platform not on it, even if it is widely used in other states. Platforms that have appeared on Delaware’s approved list include Notarize (Proof), NotaryLive, DocVerify, and SIGNiX. Always verify the current approved provider list through your Notary Profile or the Notary Department website at notary.delaware.gov before selecting – the list is updated.

Requirements After Approval: What Delaware Notaries Must Do

Once your privileges are approved and your platform is configured, Delaware requires:

• Two-way audio-visual communication for all remote notarial acts
• Identity verification using credential analysis and/or KBA meeting Delaware standards
• Electronic journal entry for every remote or electronic notarial act
• Audio-visual recording of remote sessions retained per state requirements
• Electronic signature and seal that identifies you as a Delaware notary
• Delaware-specific certificate language stating the act was performed remotely or electronically

No Bond Requirement for Delaware Notaries

Delaware does not require a surety bond for the traditional notary commission or for the remote/electronic notary privilege request. This distinguishes Delaware from most other states and reduces the upfront cost of becoming a Delaware RON notary. E&O insurance is strongly recommended regardless of the lack of a bond mandate, particularly for notaries performing loan signings and real estate closings where liability exposure is significant.

What Delaware Remote Notaries Can Notarize

Delaware’s framework covers acknowledgments, oaths and affirmations, jurats, signature witnessing, and copy certifications. Key practical notes:

• Real estate and title documents – Delaware’s corporate and legal community generates document signing demand
• Business documents – Delaware’s status as the incorporation capital of the US creates consistent demand for corporate document notarizations
• Legal documents – affidavits, powers of attorney, agreements
• Out-of-state signers – Delaware remote notaries can serve signers anywhere

Common Mistakes Delaware Remote Notaries Make

• Performing remote or electronic acts before receiving written Notary Department approval
• Using a provider not on Delaware’s approved technology provider list
• Not updating the Notary Profile when switching to a different approved provider
• Not retaining audio-visual recordings per state retention requirements
• Using the same certificate language for electronic and in-person acts – each requires distinct language

Before You Start

Delaware RON and electronic notarization require Notary Department approval through your Notary Profile before any remote act can be performed. Confirm your privilege status shows approved in your profile and your provider is current before taking your first session. Official reference: Delaware Notary Department – Important Information.

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