ND E-Signature API
ClosingSignIQ in North Dakota
Embed legally binding e-signatures in your North Dakota application. Every signed document sealed with an X.509 digital certificate from our Certificate Authority. North Dakota has adopted UETA. ESIGN Act compliant. $0 per-envelope cost.
ND E-Signature Law
Electronic signatures are legally binding in North Dakota.
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
North Dakota has adopted UETA
North Dakota adopted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, providing state-level recognition of electronic signatures.
Remote Notarization
Legal since 2019
North Dakota permits Remote Online Notarization (RON). North Dakota Century Code Chapter 44-06.1
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.
ND Documents
Common North Dakota documents for e-signature.
Oil and gas leases
Agricultural contracts
Real estate deeds
Powers of attorney
Mineral rights documents
Key North Dakota industries using ClosingSignIQ:
Oil and gas (Bakken formation)AgricultureEnergyTechnology
North Dakota
E-signatures where North Dakota does business.
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Integration
Add e-signatures to your North Dakota app in minutes.
your-north-dakota-app/api/sign.ts
// Send a oil and gas leases for e-signature in North Dakota
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: 'Oil and gas leases — North Dakota',
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
ND Cities
ClosingSignIQ API in North Dakota cities.
FAQ
E-signature API questions for North Dakota.
Is remote online notarization legal in North Dakota?
Yes. North Dakota adopted the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (RULONA) in 2019, making it one of the early adopters of RON. The state's rural nature makes RON especially valuable. 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 North Dakota?
North Dakota caps notary fees at $5 per notarial act for both in-person and remote notarizations. 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 North Dakota?
Submit your document to the North Dakota Secretary of State with a $10 fee. Walk-in service is available at the Bismarck 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 critical for the Bakken oil industry in North Dakota?
Yes. The Bakken oil formation generates massive demand for mineral leases, royalty agreements, and drilling permits. RON enables landowners and oil companies to complete transactions without traveling across the state. Additionally, ClosingSignIQ provides X.509 digital certificates from our Certificate Authority and SHA-256 hash-chained audit trails for every signature.
Can agricultural documents be notarized via RON in North Dakota?
Yes. North Dakota is a top producer of wheat, sunflowers, and other crops. RON is widely used for farm leases, USDA filings, and agricultural contracts in rural areas. 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 North Dakota?
No. North Dakota 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 North Dakota today.
Free tier. X.509 certificates. SHA-256 audit trail. ESIGN Act + North Dakota UETA compliant.