For a document to be notarized, it must include the following elements:
- Commitment Text: The document should contain text that commits the signer in some way.
- Original Signature: The signer must provide an original signature, not a photocopy (if a signature is required).
- Notarial Certificate: A notarial certificate, which may appear on the document itself or on an attachment, is required. The notary fills in the certificate, signs it, and applies their seal to complete the notarization.
These elements ensure the document is properly notarized and legally binding.