Module 5: Tools & Documents

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The Notary Stamp / Seal

A notary stamp (or seal) is the official mark that confirms a document has been notarized. It serves as legal proof that the notarial act was completed by an authorized notary.

✓What the seal typically includes:

  • The notary's name
  • The commission number
  • The state or jurisdiction
  • The commission expiration date

✓Why the seal matters:

  • Confirms the authenticity of the notarization
  • Makes the document officially recognizable
  • Helps prevent tampering and fraud

A notarization is not complete without the official seal. Always keep your seal secure and never let anyone else use it — your seal represents your personal authority as a notary.

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