Can a Notary Come to a Hospital?

Can a Notary Come to a Hospital?

Yes.

A mobile notary can travel to a hospital to meet a patient who needs a document notarized, provided the appointment can be completed according to applicable requirements and the hospital permits the visit.

Why Families Use Hospital Notaries

Patients may need documents notarized during:

  • Medical treatment
  • Hospitalization
  • Surgery
  • Rehabilitation
  • Discharge planning
  • Estate planning
  • Financial transactions

What You Need

Before arranging the appointment, have:

The document

The document should be prepared and ready for execution.

Identification

Have appropriate identification available.

The patient

The signer must participate in the notarial act.

Witnesses

If the document requires witnesses, determine who qualifies before the appointment.

What About a Healthcare Power of Attorney?

North Carolina's statutory health care Power of Attorney form generally calls for two qualified witnesses and notarization.

This makes planning important.

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FAQs

Can a notary come to a hospital room?
Yes, when the facility permits it.

Does the patient need to leave the room?
Not necessarily.

Can you notarize a Power of Attorney?
We can perform an authorized notarial act when applicable requirements are met.