Oregon Quitclaim Deed

Why You Need a Notary

An Oregon Notary Public is essential for notarizing Quitclaim Deeds. Oregon also recognizes notarial acts performed by notaries commissioned in other states (ORS § 194.260), making it more convenient for those unable to visit an in-state notary.

A notary public does not validate the accuracy or legality of a Quitclaim Deed. Instead, their role is to witness the signing and verify the identity of the signer.

In Oregon, notarization is required for a Quitclaim Deed to be recorded with the county Clerk's or Recording Office. Without notarization, your deed may be rejected.

Prefer Not to Drive to a Notary?

Oregon permits remote online notarization (RON) under ORS § 194.277 — an Oregon-commissioned notary performing RON must be physically located in Oregon at the time of the signing, but you (the signer) can be anywhere. Not every commissioned Oregon notary offers RON: the notary must first complete additional training, notify the Secretary of State, and register an approved technology platform before performing remote notarial acts. See our online notary option for details.

Notary Stamps and Embossers: What to Know

JOHN SMITH NOTARY PUBLIC OREGON JOHN SMITH Notary Public - Oregon SAMPLE COUNTY My Commission Expires Dec 31, 20XX

Samples of Notary Stamps are shown above. These are examples of what to look for when verifying a document's notarization.

It is always recommended to contact the county Clerk's or Recording Office where the deed will be recorded to confirm acceptance of out-of-state notarizations.

How to Search for a Notary in Oregon

Oregon Secretary of State Notary Public Directory

To locate or verify a notary, visit the Oregon Secretary of State's Notary Public Directory and search by name or commission number. For general notary rules, see the Oregon SOS Notary page.

Notary FAQs

Can an out-of-state notary notarize my Oregon Quitclaim Deed?

Yes. Oregon recognizes notarial acts performed by notaries commissioned in other states (ORS § 194.260), but it is always recommended to confirm with the county Clerk's or Recording Office.

What documents are required for notarization?

You will need a valid form of government-issued identification and the document you wish to have notarized.

How do I verify a notary's credentials?

You can verify a notary's credentials through the Oregon Secretary of State Notary Public Directory at sos.oregon.gov.

Can I notarize an Oregon deed remotely?

Yes. Oregon allows remote online notarization (RON) under ORS § 194.277 — an Oregon-commissioned notary performing RON must be physically located in Oregon at the time of the signing, but you (the signer) can be anywhere. Oregon also recognizes RON performed by appropriately authorized out-of-state notaries under ORS § 194.260. See our online notary page.