I need my spouse to notarize divorce papers who lives in a different State, do they need to notarize in my State or can they notarize the documents there?
March 20, 2025
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No, he can sign them out of state and have them notarized in that state, then mail them back to you.
They don’t have to be signed in North Carolina. The notary just marks through the state and notarizes them where he is located.
This would not be a problem.
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All I need to do now is send the papers to my spouse, have him sign and get notarized where he is, mail them back to me, and then I sign and get notarized—or does he have to sign here in North Carolina by both parties?
I understand you’re in the process of filing for divorce. Have you and your spouse discussed where the papers need to be signed and notarized?
No. He is in West Virginia, I am in North Carolina.
Are there any specific instructions regarding the location for signing and notarizing the divorce papers in your state?
Unknown… I filled out the forms but didn’t see anything that stated where it can be signed.
Is there anything else the Family Lawyer should know before I connect you?
Rest assured they’ll be able to help with signing and notarizing the divorce papers.
Only that—how do you register the divorce papers and how soon will the divorce take effect?
Hi there! I’m Ray, here to help you navigate the process of your divorce.
Together, we’ll find the best solution to ensure everything goes smoothly.
Does my spouse have to sign in North Carolina?
No, he can sign them out of state and have them notarized in that state, then mail them back to you.
They don’t have to be signed in North Carolina. The notary just marks through the state and notarizes them where he is located.
This would not be a problem.
Once both parties sign and get notarized, who do I send the papers to? When would the divorce be final?
You can file the divorce papers in North Carolina.
How long does a divorce take in NC?
Once the divorce is served to your spouse, there is a 30-day waiting period before the divorce can be finalized.
In general, it takes at least 45-90 days to get divorced.
After 30 days of filing, you can schedule a final hearing, and the judge will grant the divorce.
Will I need a lawyer to get the divorce heard?
No, you can file it yourself.
Steps to finalize the divorce:
1. File the divorce papers with the court clerk.
2. Schedule a hearing after 30 days.
3. Appear on your hearing date, and the judge will grant the divorce.
Thank you for your help.
