What Readers Should Know
NotarioPH by QLegal launched a platform connecting users with commissioned electronic notaries for eligible remote notarization transactions. Users can browse schedules and book appointments, with a platform service fee charged separately from the notary’s professional fee.
Key Takeaways
- NotarioPH launched on October 19, 2026, with a demonstration connecting Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.
- Users can find commissioned electronic notaries and book available appointments through its directory.
- Electronic notarization is subject to the Supreme Court’s rules and document eligibility requirements.
- A platform service fee applies on top of the electronic notary’s professional fee.
- Identity verification, privacy and secure document handling remain central to the process.
Filipinos seeking notarization services can now use NotarioPH by QLegal to find commissioned electronic notaries and arrange remote appointments for eligible documents.
The platform launched on October 19, 2026, with a demonstration connecting participants across Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, according to The Manila Times. Developed through a collaboration between Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra and Quanby Solutions Inc., it aims to reduce the travel and scheduling involved in visiting a notary’s office.
How users can arrange an appointment
Users can access the platform’s directory through the Find an ENP or Find a Lawyer options. ENP stands for electronic notary public.
The directory allows users to view commissioned electronic notaries, check available schedules and book appointments ahead of time.
NotarioPH Chief Executive Officer and cofounder Crisma Maxwell explained that the platform connects users with electronic notaries without requiring an office visit for eligible remote transactions.
For employees, business owners and people managing caregiving responsibilities, that could reduce time spent traveling and coordinating an in-person appointment.
Electronic notarization has specific requirements
The service operates under the Supreme Court’s Rules on Electronic Notarization, A.M. No. 24-10-14-SC.
These rules cover electronic documents notarized through either in-person electronic notarization or remote electronic notarization. They supplement traditional notarization rather than replace it. Paper documents bearing handwritten signatures or marks remain governed by the 2004 Rules on Notarial Practice.
Not every document qualifies for the electronic process. Users should establish eligibility and the applicable requirements with the commissioned electronic notary before proceeding.
Booking an online appointment is therefore the starting point, rather than a guarantee that any document can be notarized remotely.
What fees apply?
According to Maxwell’s explanation in the report, NotarioPH charges a platform service fee in addition to the electronic notary’s professional fee.
The report does not provide a fixed price schedule. Users should confirm the total charge for their document and appointment before completing a booking.
Potential savings would come from reducing travel expenses and time away from work, although the overall cost will depend on the fees involved.
Identity verification and privacy remain important
The launch also highlighted the handling of personal information and legal documents through online services.
FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list Rep. Brian Poe emphasized the importance of identity verification, privacy and cybersecurity as notarization becomes more accessible digitally.
For users, the practical considerations are straightforward: select a commissioned electronic notary, confirm that the document qualifies, understand the required verification steps and check the complete fees.
NotarioPH introduces another way to access notarization services, while the notarial act itself remains subject to the Supreme Court’s requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NotarioPH?
NotarioPH by QLegal is a platform that connects users with commissioned electronic notaries for eligible electronic notarization services.
How can users book an appointment?
They can select Find an ENP or Find a Lawyer, browse the directory, check schedules and arrange an appointment.
Can every document be notarized online?
No. Document eligibility and the requirements for electronic notarization must be confirmed before proceeding.
How much does the service cost?
The platform charges a service fee in addition to the notary’s professional fee. The report does not specify fixed amounts.
Does electronic notarization replace traditional notarization?
No. The Supreme Court’s electronic notarization rules supplement traditional notarization, with separate rules continuing to govern paper documents bearing handwritten signatures or marks.
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