--- title: "Notarized Letter and Affidavit of Identity in NJ | MCC" description: "How to get a letter or affidavit of identity notarized online in New Jersey: what to bring, what the notary can and cannot do, and how long it takes." url: "https://mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/documents/notarized-letter-and-affidavit-of-identity" --- Everyday · Updated October 5, 2026 # Notarized letters and affidavits in New Jersey Schools, banks, employers and agencies sometimes ask for a signed statement that's been notarized, such as a letter confirming where you live, who you are, or that two names belong to the same person. By [Matthew Coleman](/about), MCC Solutions [Book a notary](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373) ✓ New Jersey commissioned notary, no. 50244803, insured for errors and omissions. [See the credentials](/about/credentials) ![Matthew Coleman, founder of MCC Solutions](/img/matthew-coleman.jpg) **Matthew Coleman**, NJ Notary Public and NNA Certified Loan Signing Agent. Cranford, NJ. Fee confirmed before your session. Card charged only after it is complete. We aim to confirm within 15 minutes, 7am to 9pm. ## Letter or affidavit For a letter, the notary witnesses your signature and completes an acknowledgment. For an affidavit, you swear or affirm the statement is true, which is a jurat. Ask the requesting office which wording they want. We can't write the letter for you or advise you on what to say. ## Get it notarized online today Online notary: open now until 9 PM ET · sessions by appointment · times confirmed by email A New Jersey notary can notarize this with you on a video call, wherever you are in the U.S. $50 for the session, $10 for each extra signer. Any other fee shows in the booking form before you confirm. Open 7 am to 9 pm ET, every day, by appointment. **What you need** - A valid government photo ID - A computer or phone with a camera - The unsigned document [Book an online session](/notary/?service=ron#order) Our certificate states the act was performed using communication technology, as New Jersey law requires. [What it must say](/notary/remote-online-notarization-certificate-wording) Most U.S. recipients accept a remotely notarized document; check with whoever will receive it. [What to ask them](/notary/will-my-online-notarization-be-accepted) · [Several signers](/notary/online-notarization-multiple-signers) ## What to bring The finished letter, unsigned, and a government photo ID. Bring any instruction sheet from the school or agency so we can match the wording they require. ## Quick scheduling Many of these come up with a deadline. Call the desk for the earliest slot, including evenings and weekends. We're based in Cranford and send mobile notaries to homes, offices and care facilities in Union and Middlesex counties, including Cranford, Westfield, Elizabeth, Edison and Woodbridge. For other counties, tell us the address and we'll confirm availability before you book. ## Common questions **Can you write the letter?** No. A notary can't draft documents or give legal advice. We notarize the signature. **What's the difference between a letter and an affidavit?** An affidavit is sworn to be true. A signed letter is only acknowledged. The requester tells you which one they need. **Can this be done on video?** Often yes, with remote online notarization, when the receiving party accepts it. This page is general information, not legal advice. A notary can't draft documents or advise you on their contents. Ask your attorney or the office requesting the document what you need. How we can help [### Mobile Notary A mobile notary near you in New Jersey, at your home, office, hospital or job site. Affidavits, powers of attorney, vehicle titles and business documents. Book online. Mobile notary →](/notary/mobile-notary)[### Remote Online Notarization (RON) Notarize documents online over secure video with a New Jersey notary. ID verification, electronic seal and a recorded session. Book a RON session. Remote online notary →](/notary/remote-online-notarization)[### Hospital & Care Facility Notary Mobile notary visits to New Jersey hospitals, nursing homes, rehab centers and hospice for powers of attorney, healthcare proxies and advance directives. Hospital notary →](/notary/hospital-notary) Related documents [### Notarizing a mortgage gift letter (gifting letter) What to know →](/notary/documents/gift-letter)[### Notarizing guardianship and caregiver forms What to know →](/notary/documents/custody-and-guardianship-documents)[### Apostille for diplomas and birth certificates What to know →](/notary/documents/diploma-birth-and-marriage-certificate-apostille)[### Notarizing a quitclaim deed What to know →](/notary/documents/quitclaim-deed) Before your appointment - [Printable checklist for this document](/notary/appointment-checklist?doc=notarized-letter-and-affidavit-of-identity) - [Kids' travel, camp and passport consent forms](/notary/travel-and-school-consent-forms) [All documents](/notary/documents) ## Need it notarized? Send it to the desk. [Book Now](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373)