How to Get an Affidavit Notarized in Nevada

Someone asked you for a notarized affidavit. Maybe it is for a school, a court, a bank, or an immigration case. The word sounds formal, but the process is simple once you know what the notary is actually doing.

What Is an Affidavit?

An affidavit is a written statement of facts that you swear or affirm is true. Common examples include an affidavit of residency, an affidavit of identity, a small estate affidavit, an affidavit of support, and a statement about a lost document. The content changes, but the idea is the same: you are putting your word in writing and backing it with an oath.

What the Notary Does

For an affidavit, the notary usually performs a jurat. That means you sign in front of the notary, and the notary gives you an oath or affirmation that the statement is true. The notary then completes the certificate, signs it, and applies the seal. If you want a refresher on how this differs from an acknowledgment, read our guide on acknowledgment vs. jurat.

The notary is not confirming that what you wrote is true. You are the one swearing to that. The notary confirms who you are and that you took the oath.

What the Notary Cannot Do

A notary who is not an attorney cannot write your affidavit for you, tell you what it should say, or pick which form you need. That would be giving legal advice. Get the form from the office that asked for it, or speak with an attorney if you are unsure what to include. Our article on notary public vs. notario público explains why this line matters.

How to Prepare

Fill in every blank before the appointment, but do not sign it. You must sign in front of the notary, or the notary has to ask you to sign a fresh copy. Bring a current government photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport. Our checklist of what to bring covers the details, and if your ID has expired, see our guide on expired IDs.

If the receiving office wants witnesses or a specific certificate wording, ask them ahead of time. It is much easier to handle those details before the notary arrives than after.

Can You Do It Online?

Often, yes. Many affidavits can be signed through remote online notarization, where you appear on a live video call and the oath is given on camera. This works well if you are out of state or cannot leave home. Some courts and agencies still want ink signatures, so it is worth checking first. Learn more in our guide to remote online notarization.

What It Costs

Nevada sets the maximum a notary can charge for each notarial act, and mobile visits add a travel fee. Our 2026 Nevada notary price guide lays out the numbers so there are no surprises.

Getting It Done in Las Vegas

Most affidavits take only a few minutes once you are with the notary. The bigger time saver is showing up with the document complete, your ID in hand, and any instructions from the receiving office. Do that and you will be finished and on your way quickly.