Notary Public Services

City of White Salmon Notary Services

Notary services are typically available Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. No appointment is necessary, however calling ahead is suggested. There is a $10 fee per stamp for this service. 

Here are some simple rules regarding Notary services:

1. Notaries cannot give legal advice or prepare documents on your behalf.
2. Notaries cannot sign a document that does not contain a legally acceptable notary acknowledgment or jurat.
3. Signers must appear in-person before a Notary can complete the transaction.
4. Signers must have acceptable photo identification, that is not expired.
5. If witnesses are required, signer must bring witnesses with them.  In order to serve as a witness, the witness must be personally known to the individual whose document is being notarized and valid photo identification must be provided. The city does not provide witnesses.
6. Do not sign the document until instructed by the Notary.

Not all Notary services may be performed at this location. Extensive notary requests, such as wills and real estate transactions, will not be accommodated.

For more information see Ordinance 2023-03-1129 Notary Public Services or call the City Clerk's Office at 509-493-1133 x205.

Washington State Notary Public Services are governed by the State of Washington. Please see RCW 42.44 NOTARIES PUBLIC complete information.