Jurat Notarization Services

In notary terms, a jurat is a notarial certificate that requires the signer to take an oath or affirmation declaring the truthfulness of the document’s contents. Unlike an acknowledgement, which only verifies identity and willingness to sign, a jurat requires the signer to swear or affirm under oath that the contents of the document are true and correct. For a jurat, the document must be signed in the notary’s presence after the oath is administered. Jurats are commonly used for affidavits, depositions, and other sworn statements in the HEB area.

In Hurst, Euless, and Bedford, our jurat notarization service costs $10 per document. For our mobile notary service where we come to your location, there are no additional travel fees for locations within the HEB area. We also offer after-hours service (evenings and weekends) for an additional $25 fee. Payment can be made via credit card, debit card, or mobile payment apps for your convenience.

The primary difference between a jurat and an acknowledgement is the oath or affirmation requirement. A jurat requires the signer to swear or affirm under oath that the contents of the document are true and correct, while an acknowledgement simply verifies that the person signing the document is who they claim to be and that they signed willingly. Additionally, with a jurat, the document must be signed in the notary’s presence after taking the oath. With an acknowledgement, the document may have been signed previously. Jurats are typically used for affidavits and sworn statements, while acknowledgements are common for deeds, contracts, and powers of attorney.

Documents that typically require jurat notarization include: 1) Affidavits, 2) Sworn statements, 3) Depositions, 4) Court pleadings, 5) Financial affidavits, 6) Insurance claim forms, 7) Small claims court filings, 8) Immigration documents, 9) Some government forms requiring sworn statements, and 10) Certified inventories. These documents generally require the signer to swear to or affirm the truthfulness of the contents. Our mobile notaries in the HEB area are experienced with all these document types and can properly administer the oath and complete the jurat certificate.

Yes, for a jurat in Texas, you must sign the document in the presence of the notary after taking an oath or affirmation. This is different from an acknowledgement, where you might sign beforehand. The jurat process requires the notary to: 1) Verify your identity using a government-issued photo ID, 2) Administer an oath or affirmation where you swear or affirm that the contents of the document are true and correct, 3) Witness you signing the document after taking the oath, and 4) Complete the jurat certificate. Our mobile notaries in the HEB area will guide you through this process to ensure your document is properly notarized.

In Texas, the standard oath for a jurat typically follows this format: ‘Do you swear (or affirm) that the statements in this document are true and correct to the best of your knowledge, so help you God?’ For those who prefer not to swear or mention God, an affirmation is used: ‘Do you affirm that the statements in this document are true and correct to the best of your knowledge?’ After the signer responds affirmatively, the notary witnesses the signature and completes the jurat certificate. Our HEB mobile notaries are trained to properly administer both oaths and affirmations according to Texas law and the signer’s preference.

Yes, our HEB mobile notaries can provide jurat notarization for many immigration documents that require sworn statements. However, it’s important to note that for some specific USCIS forms, you may need to work with an attorney or someone specifically authorized as an immigration consultant. Our notaries can help determine which documents we can notarize and which might require specialized services. We are experienced with notarizing affidavits of support, sworn declarations, and other immigration-related documents that require jurats.