Frequently Asked Questions

A notary public is an official appointed by the state government to witness and certify the signing of legal documents.

I can notarize a variety of documents, including affidavits, power of attorney, wills, deeds, and more.

• Driver’s License 
• State ID 
• Passport 
• Military ID 

No. Documents should be signed in the presence of the notary unless instructed otherwise.

Yes, all signers must appear in person.

Yes, witness coordination may be available for an additional fee.

For everyone’s comfort and safety, Unicorn Express Notary meets clients in public or professional locations such as banks, assisted living communities, medical offices, or public libraries. This allows us to provide calm, secure, and reliable service for every appointment. 

Unicorn Express Notary provides professional mobile notary services throughout Chicago and nearby suburbs, including:

• Beverly 
• Morgan Park 
• Chatham 
• Hyde Park 
• Oak Lawn 
• Evergreen Park 
• Blue Island 
• Tinley Park 
• Orland Park 
• Homewood 
• Flossmoor 
• South Holland 
• Country Club Hills 
• Lansing

No. Unicorn Express Notary is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or prepare legal documents.

An Apostille is a certification used for documents intended for use in another country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention.

Common documents include:

• Birth Certificates 
• Marriage Certificates 
• Diplomas & Transcripts 
• Power of Attorney 
• Business Documents 
• FBI Background Checks

Processing times vary depending on the document type, state processing times, and whether expedited service is requested.

Please provide advance notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Deposits will be non-refundable for late cancellations or missed appointments.

Yes. Same-day and emergency mobile notary services may be available based on scheduling.

Additional fees may apply.

Yes. A deposit may be required to secure mobile appointments, same-day requests, hospital visits, and estate planning services