Drop-In Notary Services

Drop-In Notary Services offers walk-in notarization during the library’s designated hours. No appointment is required. Visitors should arrive with their paperwork prepared and unsigned, along with valid identification and any required witnesses.

When: Monday, November 23, 2026

Showtimes: 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; visitors may come at any time during this window.

Tickets: Price not available

Ages: All adults

Language: English

Services: Notary services for documents. Forms must be complete except for the signatures that need notarization, and documents must not be signed until the signer is in the notary’s presence.

Identification: Every signer must bring a current, government-issued photo ID, such as a passport, driver’s license, or state identification card.

Witnesses: If a document requires witnesses, attendees must provide their own witnesses.

Certified Copies: Bring the original documents if certified copies also need to be notarized. Public photocopiers are available at all Boston Public Library locations.

Document Language: The library can notarize documents in English only at this time.

Accessibility: Disability accommodations and language services are available by request. Contact the department listed in the event’s contact information at least two weeks in advance to allow time for arrangements.

Venue: Brighton

Address: 40 Academy Hill Rd, Brighton, MA 02135

Venue Hours: The Brighton location is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the event date.

Contact: Allison Hahn at ahahn@bpl.org or 617-782-6032.