Guide to Notarizing in Dare and Currituck County - What to do if you need a Notary
- OMA Services, LLC
- Nov 15, 2025
- 3 min read
Your Brief Guide to Notarization in Dare and Currituck Counties, NC: Identification, Online Alternatives, and International Applications
If you're new to notarization or simply want a quick and easy experience, you're in the right spot. OMA Services, LLC simplifies the process by providing only the essentials, ensuring your documents are signed, and accepted on the first attempt
Bring a valid government ID, determine if your document requires witnesses, choose between in-person or Video Online Notarization, and consider an apostille or legalization for international use. We guide you through each step and double-check acceptance to save you time.
1. Essential Items for a Notary Appointment
Government-issued photo ID that is valid, such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport.
Your document in its completed form, but not yet signed; you will sign it with the notary.
All signers must be present, either in person or for Online Video Notarization, within the borders of North Carolina.
Names should match on the document and ID; minor discrepancies can cause delays.
Payment method and, if necessary, contact information for anyone who needs to receive the notarized document.
2. Are Witnesses Necessary ?
Some documents, such as wills, certain real estate documents, and specific medical or financial forms, require one or two witnesses.
Witnesses must not be named in the document and must not benefit from it in any way.
If you're unsure whether your document needs witnesses, send us a quick photo of the signature page, and we will confirm before you book.
3. Choosing Between In-Person and Emergency Online (EVN) Notarization: Which Is Better
Both options are secure and legally recognized in North Carolina; choose based on your circumstances.
Opt for In Person if:
You prefer signing face to face, or if multiple signers will be present together.
The recipient specifically requests a wet ink signature.
Opt for EVN if:
You desire speed and convenience, and you can sign as long as you remain in North Carolina during the online notarization with a device that has a camera.
You are traveling or managing signers in different locations.
For more details, click on the following link: Emergency Online Notarization.
4. Overseas Document Submission: Apostille vs. Legalization
If your document is intended for use in another country, you might require an apostille or full legalization.
An apostille is necessary for countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. Legalization is required for non-Hague countries, where the document must go through the Secretary of State, sometimes the U.S. Department of State, and the respective country’s embassy or consulate.
Our Process
We submit your document to the appropriate authority, such as the North Carolina Secretary of State or the U.S. Department of State for federal matters.
We pre-check your document to ensure acceptance, preventing delays.
For non-Hague countries, we handle the full legalization process. Please note that additional country or embassy fees may apply.
Essential Checklist Before Booking
Is your ID valid and does the name match the document?
Do you require witnesses?
Are you opting for in-person or online notarization?
Will the document be used outside the U.S.? If so, please specify the country.
Who should receive the notarized or apostilled document? Provide an email or mailing address if necessary.
Ready to get this done
Reserve online in just a few minutes, or reach out to us for prompt document verification and assistance with scheduling. If you couldn't find what you're looking for, give us a call, and a OMA Services, LLC notary will guide you through the next step.
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