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Immigration Services

I am interested in becoming a notary public so that I may
assist our Hispanic community with their immigration issues. Can a notary public provide legal advice on immigration matters or complete immigration documents for their
customers?

No. Almost every state has implemented in its notary laws language addressing this issue in order to conform with federal laws. No person who is not an attorney may fill out legalization forms or applications related to immigration legal status unless such a person has been authorized to do so by the Immigration and Naturalization Service.

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I have 15 years experience in immigration matters because I used to work in a law office that handled immigrations matters. As a notary public with my expertise, can I provide immigration consulting services for the individuals in my community who are seeking U.S. legal status?

Absolutely not. The statutes in most states clearly dictate that notaries public who are not attorneys shall not represent, hold themselves out, or advertise that they are experts on immigration matters.

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I live on a border town, and many notaries are providing
immigration services, but, the notary handbook states that this is illegal. Is it acceptable for a notary to assist someone with his or her immigration documents?

Absolutely not. The statutes in most states clearly dictate that notaries public who are not attorneys shall not represent, hold themselves out, or advertise that they are experts on immigration matters.

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