ME E-Signature API
ClosingSignIQ in Maine
Embed legally binding e-signatures in your Maine application. Every signed document sealed with an X.509 digital certificate from our Certificate Authority. Maine has adopted UETA. ESIGN Act compliant. $0 per-envelope cost.
ME E-Signature Law
Electronic signatures are legally binding in Maine.
ESIGN Act
Federal Law (2000)
15 USC §7001. Electronic signatures have the same legal effect as wet-ink signatures in all 50 states.
UETA Status
Maine has adopted UETA
Maine adopted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, providing state-level recognition of electronic signatures.
Remote Notarization
Legal since 2023
Maine permits Remote Online Notarization (RON). Maine Revised Statutes Title 4, Chapter 19, Subchapter 5
Notary Fee Cap
$5 per notarial act
ClosingSignIQ e-signatures are $5/envelope (Pay-Go) or FREE on Pro+, regardless of state. Notarization fees follow state law.
ME Documents
Common Maine documents for e-signature.
Real estate deeds
Lobster fishing licenses
Powers of attorney
Estate documents
Business agreements
Key Maine industries using ClosingSignIQ:
Fishing and lobster industryTourismHealthcareForest products
Maine
E-signatures where Maine does business.
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Integration
Add e-signatures to your Maine app in minutes.
your-maine-app/api/sign.ts
// Send a real estate deeds for e-signature in Maine
const envelope = await fetch('https://closingiq.app/api/v1/signing/envelopes', {
method: 'POST',
headers: { 'X-API-KEY': process.env.CLOSINGSIGNIQ_KEY, 'Content-Type': 'application/json' },
body: JSON.stringify({
title: 'Real estate deeds — Maine',
signers: [{ name: 'Signer Name', email: '[email protected]' }],
}),
});
// X.509 certificate + SHA-256 audit trail included automaticallyAPI Pricing
Start free. Scale in any state.
Free
$0
5 envelopes/month
- ✓ API + OAuth
- ✓ Audit trail
- ✓ Email notifications
Starter
$29/mo
50 included, then $0.50
- ✓ Embedded signing
- ✓ X.509 certificate
- ✓ Webhooks
Growth
$79/mo
250 included, then $0.35
- ✓ White-label
- ✓ our CA certs
- ✓ SMS notifications
Scale
$199/mo
1,000 included, then $0.25
- ✓ Full white-label
- ✓ Templates API
- ✓ 99.9% SLA
ME Cities
ClosingSignIQ API in Maine cities.
FAQ
E-signature API questions for Maine.
Is remote online notarization legal in Maine?
Yes. Maine enacted permanent RON legislation in 2023 after temporary pandemic-era emergency orders. Notaries must register for electronic notarization and complete required training. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
What is the notary fee cap in Maine?
Maine caps notary fees at $5 per notarial act. Additional travel fees may be charged for mobile notary services, particularly in rural areas. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
How do I get an apostille in Maine?
Submit your notarized document to the Maine Secretary of State with a $10 fee. Walk-in service is available at the Augusta office. Mail processing takes 3-5 business days. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Is RON useful for Maine's rural communities?
Yes. Maine's large geographic area and rural population make RON especially valuable. Residents in remote coastal and inland communities can access notary services without long drives to populated areas. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Can marine industry documents be notarized via RON in Maine?
Yes. Fishing licenses, boat registrations, marine contracts, and related documents can all be notarized remotely through RON, serving Maine's vital fishing and marine industries. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Can I use an interpreter during notarization in Maine?
No. Maine operates under the doctrine of direct communication, which requires the notary to communicate directly with the signer in a shared language. Third-party interpreters are not authorized for the notarial ceremony. If you need language assistance, your session can be routed to one of the six states that permit interpreters (AZ, CO, FL, MS, NC, PA). ClosingIQ offers 189-language document translation. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
What makes ClosingSignIQ different from DocuSign or BoldSign?
ClosingSignIQ is the only e-signature API with built-in AI document scanning and X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority. Every signature includes a SHA-256 hash-chained audit trail. Plus, our API costs 80% less than DocuSign with $0 per-envelope infrastructure costs.
Other States
ClosingSignIQ API is available in all 50 states.
Ship e-signatures in Maine today.
Free tier. X.509 certificates. SHA-256 audit trail. ESIGN Act + Maine UETA compliant.