Ohio BMV · Teen driver licensing · All drivers under 21
Ohio 50-Hour Affidavit Notarization
Columbus-area parents and guardians can complete their BMV 5791 fifty-hour affidavit notarization online from home. No travel to a notary office required — the session runs over a secure video call with an Ohio-commissioned notary. Available the same evening you book.
Online option
Ohio authorizes online notarization for eligible documents statewide. Complete your BMV 5791 from home through a secure video session with identity verification.
Online notarization is a premium service that most local Ohio notaries cannot offer. Providing RON requires a separate Ohio commission authorization, a state-approved platform, and specialized identity verification technology. Noted Notaries is one of a limited number of Ohio-commissioned notaries in Greater Cincinnati authorized to perform Remote Online Notarization — available the same evening you book, from your phone, tablet, or computer.
Do not sign the form before your session. The affidavit must be signed in the presence of the notary — online or in person. A pre-signed form cannot be notarized.
- Schedule your online notarization appointment
- We review your form details if needed
- Join your live video session — sign in front of the notary
- Receive your notarized PDF the same day
In-person option
In-person appointments in Columbus are available on request — contact us for extended travel pricing.
Do not sign the form before your session. The affidavit must be signed in the presence of the notary — online or in person. A pre-signed form cannot be notarized.
- Contact us with your Columbus-area location and preferred timing
- We confirm extended travel pricing before booking
- Bring valid ID and the unsigned BMV 5791
- Sign in the notary's presence during the visit
Banks, UPS stores, and libraries offer walk-in notarization during business hours. If you need it done tonight or cannot travel, remote online notarization is available same-day from home — no office visit required.
- FormBMV 5791 (updated 2025)
- Who signsParent, guardian, or eligible adult
- Signed before session?No — sign in front of notary
- Valid ID requiredYes — government-issued photo ID
- Price$39 online
- AvailabilitySame day, evenings OK
Pricing
Online (RON)
$39
Anywhere in Ohio · secure video session · same day
In-person (on request)
Contact us
Columbus area · extended travel pricing quoted before booking
Columbus appointments are RON-primary. In-person visits are available on request.
What is the Ohio 50-hour affidavit?
The Ohio BMV 5791 Fifty-Hour Affidavit is required for all Ohio teen drivers under 21 applying for a probationary license. It confirms the applicant has completed the required supervised driving hours — 40 hours of daytime driving and 10 hours of nighttime driving.
In 2025 the BMV updated the form to require a detailed driving log documenting each practice session. The parent, guardian, or custodian signs the completed affidavit, and it must be notarized before the driving test appointment.
Notarization confirms the signer's identity and signature. It does not verify the accuracy of the hours logged.
Who needs the 50-hour affidavit notarized?
Any Ohio teen driver under 21 applying for a probationary license must submit a completed and notarized BMV 5791. The parent, guardian, or custodian who supervised the driving hours signs the affidavit — not the teen driver.
The teen must hold a TIPIC for at least six months before the driving test. Bring the completed, notarized affidavit to your driving test appointment.
What you need before your notarization appointment
- The completed BMV 5791 form with all driving hours logged — do not sign until instructed during your session
- Valid government-issued photo ID for the signer (parent, guardian, or custodian)
- A phone, tablet, or computer with a working camera and microphone
- Stable internet connection for the secure video session
- Confirmation that your BMV location accepts remote online notarization — most do, but verify if unsure
How your notarization appointment works
Remote online notarization takes about 10–15 minutes once your form and ID are ready. You do not need to leave home.
- 1
Request your appointment
Tell us what you need notarized and whether you prefer online or in-person service.
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We review the details
We confirm your document is ready and advise the best path — online or in person.
- 3
Complete your notarization
Finish your appointment online or in person with a commissioned Ohio notary.
Does the 50-hour affidavit have to be notarized?
Yes. Ohio requires the BMV 5791 to be notarized before submission. The parent, guardian, or custodian signing the affidavit must appear before a notary — either in person or through Ohio-authorized remote online notarization.
Most Ohio BMV locations accept remote online notarization for the BMV 5791. If you are unsure whether your specific BMV office accepts electronic notarization, call ahead to confirm before booking.
Related services
Just finished a driving school program?
If your teen completed a state-approved driving school, they may qualify for the 24-hour supervised driving path (BMV Form 5789) instead of the standard 50-hour path. Check with your school before booking. We notarize both forms — same price, same process.
See Greater Cincinnati driving schools →If your teen completed a state-approved driver training program, they may qualify for the 24-hour supervised driving path (BMV Form 5789) instead of the standard 50-hour requirement. Ask your driving school before booking — we notarize both forms at the same price.
Ohio BMV exam stations
Columbus-area BMV exam stations include the Morse Road, Brice Road, and Hilliard locations. Most Franklin County BMV offices accept remote online notarization for the BMV 5791. Call ahead to confirm before your test appointment.
Online notarization means no travel to a notary is required before your driving test — complete your session from home.
50-hour affidavit FAQ
Does the 50-hour affidavit have to be notarized?
Yes. The Ohio BMV 5791 must be signed by a parent, guardian, or custodian in the presence of a notary before the driving test. Remote online notarization is accepted by most Ohio BMV locations.
Where can I get my 50-hour affidavit notarized?
Columbus-area families can complete notarization online from home through a remote online notarization session for $39 — most sessions take 10–15 minutes. In-person appointments in Columbus are available on request; contact us for extended travel pricing.
Where do I get the official Ohio 50-hour affidavit form?
The 2025 updated BMV 5791 includes a detailed driving log section — make sure you are using the current version. You can also find the form on the Ohio BMV forms page.
Does the teen driver sign the affidavit?
No. The parent, guardian, or custodian who supervised the driving hours signs the BMV 5791. The teen driver does not sign the affidavit.
What ID does the signer need?
A valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID — such as an Ohio driver's license, state ID, or passport. The ID must be current and readable on camera during the remote session.
What changed on the 2025 Ohio 50-hour affidavit?
The BMV updated the BMV 5791 in 2025 to require a detailed log of each supervised driving session. Parents must document individual practice sessions rather than just signing for the total hours. Make sure you are using the updated form.
What if online notarization is not accepted at my BMV?
Contact us to request an in-person notary visit in the Columbus area, or call your local BMV location to confirm their requirements before booking.
What is the 24-hour affidavit and do I need it too?
Ohio BMV Form 5789 is a separate affidavit required for teen drivers who complete the 24-hour supervised driving path (available when the driver completes an approved driver training school) instead of the standard 50-hour requirement. If your teen is using the 24-hour path, you will need BMV 5789 notarized instead of — or in addition to — BMV 5791. We notarize both. The process and fee are the same.
Remote online notarization is available for eligible documents. Document eligibility varies. Some receiving agencies may have additional requirements beyond notarization. We review document details if needed before sending your secure remote session link.
This information is for general educational purposes and is not legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for questions about your specific document or situation.
Schedule your 50-hour affidavit notarization
Complete your BMV 5791 notarization online from home for $39. We review your document if needed, then we send your secure session link. Most sessions complete in 10–15 minutes.