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[tonyvu]

How can i notarize a copy of my degree? I went to a notary public earlier today and she told she couldn't notarize because she had to see someone sign the degree...does that mean i have to write a sworn statement that the copy is authentic and have her notarize that statement? Will it be accepted by immigration?

[Ut videam]

How you'll get a notarized copy of your degree will depend on which state you live in, as notary laws vary from state to state.

Some states' notary laws make provision for a "true copy" notarization. If your state has this, you can show the original and copies to the notary, who will stamp and notarize the copies with a statement attesting that they are true copies of the original.

If your state does NOT have a "true copy notarization" law on the books, the procedure is slightly more complicated. The copies will have to include a statement on the order of "I affirm that this is a true copy of my original diploma" - hopefully the notary can help you with the exact language. Then you'll most likely have to sign the statement in the presence of the notary. After checking your ID, the notary will notarize your signature, certifying that the signer is the person he claims to be.

In order for Immi to accept a notarized copy of your diploma, it will have to be apostilled. This procedure varies from state to state also; for the most up-to-date information, go to your state's government website (in most states, www.statename.gov) and search for 'apostille.'

[Kikomom]

Take the notary your diploma. The notary Wario went to made a (color) copy of it for him, from his original. Then signed and stamped that she was authenticating an original copy. That's all that's required of the notary.

Next stop: Your state's state department. The apostille seal authenticates that the notary is for real.

(Keep copies and scans for your own records too.)

[Ut videam]