Updated August 31, 2023
A Georgia notary acknowledgment form acts as an affidavit to establish the authenticity of signatures on a document. The acknowledgment form must be attached to the original document; alternatively, the acknowledgment language can be placed within the document itself. The notary acknowledgment form is to be completed by a notary, or other public officials, after verifying the identity of all signing parties and witnessing the signing of the document. Signature fields are to be filled in before presenting the document to the public official, however, signatures can be completed in the presence of the notary instead. A document is considered “acknowledged” once the notary signs and seals the acknowledgment form.
Laws – § 45-17-8
Notary Handbook – The Georgia Notary Handbook is the ultimate guide to notary law, and includes procedures, guidelines and tips concerning notarial responsibilities and duties.
How to Notarize in Georgia (5 steps)
1. Find Notary
- Banks or Credit Unions (Wells Fargo has the most branch locations in Georgia)
- UPS Stores
- Private Notary Services
Verify a Notary in Georgia (3 steps)
Step 1
Step 2
- Name
- County
- City
- Postal code
- Appointment date
- Expiration date
Click Search to proceed.
How to Write (For Notary)
Step 1 – Download form in PDF, Microsoft Word, or OpenDoc.
Step 2 – Enter the following information into the first five (5) empty fields:
- County
- Day
- Month
- Year
- Name of signer
Step 3 – The notary must put a checkmark beside either “Personally Known” (if notary recognizes signer personally) or “Produced Identification”. If the latter was selected, enter the type of ID and the ID number. Lastly, notary must include their seal, signature, and printed name.