NY E-Signature API
ClosingSignIQ in New York
Embed legally binding e-signatures in your New York application. Every signed document sealed with an X.509 digital certificate from our Certificate Authority. ESIGN Act applies (NY uses ESIGN, not UETA). ESIGN Act compliant. $0 per-envelope cost.
NY E-Signature Law
Electronic signatures are legally binding in New York.
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
ESIGN Act applies (NY uses ESIGN, not UETA)
New York has not adopted UETA but is fully covered by the federal ESIGN Act.
Remote Notarization
Legal since 2023
New York permits Remote Online Notarization (RON). New York Executive Law Article 6, Section 137-a
Notary Fee Cap
$2 per notarial act
ClosingSignIQ e-signatures are $5/envelope (Pay-Go) or FREE on Pro+, regardless of state. Notarization fees follow state law.
NY Documents
Common New York documents for e-signature.
Real estate closing documents
Powers of attorney
Business formation documents
Immigration affidavits
Financial documents
Key New York industries using ClosingSignIQ:
Financial services and bankingReal estateMedia and entertainmentTechnology
New York
E-signatures where New York does business.
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Integration
Add e-signatures to your New York app in minutes.
your-new-york-app/api/sign.ts
// Send a real estate closing documents for e-signature in New York
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 closing documents — New York',
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
NY Cities
ClosingSignIQ API in New York cities.
FAQ
E-signature API questions for New York.
Is remote online notarization legal in New York?
Yes. New York enacted permanent RON legislation in 2023 after relying on pandemic-era executive orders. Notaries must complete electronic notarization training and register with the Department of State. 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 New York?
New York has one of the lowest notary fee caps at $2 per notarial act, a rate that has not been increased in decades. 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 New York?
New York is unique in that county clerks can authenticate documents for use within the state, while the Department of State in Albany issues apostilles for international use. The fee is $10 per document at the state level. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Is RON used for real estate closings in New York City?
Yes. New York City's massive real estate market has embraced RON for closings. The city's attorney-required closing process works well with RON, allowing all parties to participate remotely. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Can New York RON serve the financial services industry?
Yes. As the financial capital of the world, New York generates enormous demand for notarized financial documents, investment agreements, and corporate filings, all of which can be handled via RON. 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 New York?
No. New York 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 New York today.
Free tier. X.509 certificates. SHA-256 audit trail. ESIGN Act + New York UETA compliant.