Notarization

Question 1

What are the two primary documents needed for notarization?

Answer 1

1.The document to be notarized.
2. A competent evidence of identity. This includes documents issued by a government agency that contain the holder’s name, photograph, and signature, such as a passport, driver’s license, or PRC ID.

Question 2

List at least five examples of acceptable “competent evidence of identity” for notarization.

Answer 2

*Passport
*Driver’s license
*PRC ID
*NBI clearance
*Police clearance
*Postal ID
*Voter’s ID
*Barangay certificate
*GSIS card
*SSS card
*Philhealth Card
*Senior Citizen Card
*OWWA/OFW ID
*Alien’s Certificate of Registration
*NCWP or DSWD Certification

Question 3

Describe the steps a notary public takes to notarize a document

Answer 3

1.Review the document and its attachments.
2.Prepare the document for notarization.
3.Sign the document.
4.Stamp the document with their notarial seal.
5.Enter the details into the notarial register.

Question 4

What should the client do after the notary enters the details in the notarial register?

Answer 4

The client must check the entries in the notarial register and sign after reviewing them

Question 5

List ten entries that must be recorded in the notarial register

Answer 5

The notarial register must contain:
1. The entry number and page number.
2. The date and the time of the day.
3. The type of notarial act.
4. The title and description of the instrument.
5. The name and address of each client.
6. The competent evidence of identity.
7. The names and addresses of each credible witness, if any.
8. The fee charged for the notarization.
9. The address of the notarization should it take place outside the regular place of work of the notary.
10. Any other circumstance which the notary may deem necessary.