Is Remote Notarization Allowed in Massachusetts?

NO, sorry. As of September, 2025, remote notarization in Massachusetts is still not allowed.

What that means is for an estate plan, you need to have an actual person with you notarizing and witnessing where appropriate for your legal documents.

There is definitely discussions at the state level to have things be able to go remote for signings of legal documents.

That said, it will still take some time.

In the meantime, you’ll see that there are financial documents that you can sign electronically and have them legal.

Notary Still Needs To Be Present At Will Signing

But please know as of the date of this article, you are not allowed to have a will signed in Massachusetts remotely and electronically.

We will keep you updated as the law changes regarding this.

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Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. For legal advice specific to your situation, please consult with a qualified attorney.

About Tiffany A. O'Connell, JD, LLM, CELA, AEP

Tiffany A. O'Connell, JD, LLM, CELA, AEP is the CEO and Founding Partner of O'Connell Law, an estate planning and elder law firm serving clients across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. She is one of a select group of attorneys in Massachusetts certified by the National Elder Law Foundation as a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA). Tiffany focuses her practice on estate planning, trust and probate administration, Medicaid planning, long-term care planning, Alzheimer's planning, charitable planning, and retirement and wealth strategies. She has been helping families plan for their futures since opening her practice in 2010.

Credentials: JD, LLM, CELA (Certified Elder Law Attorney — National Elder Law Foundation), AEP (Accredited Estate Planner)

Licensed in: Massachusetts

Areas of Practice: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Probate & Trust Administration, Alzheimer's Planning, Asset Protection

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Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. For legal advice specific to your situation, please consult with a qualified attorney.