What Do I Need to Sign My Power of Attorney in Montana?

Notarization is not required for a financial poa to be valid in Montana.MCA § 72-31-305Verified Jun 1, 2026 However, notarization Creates presumption of genuineness - practically required by banks.

Montana allows Remote Online Notarization (RON) for financial poas.MCA § 72-31-305Verified Jun 1, 2026 The notarization can be completed via secure video call with an approved RON provider, without meeting in person. The state also accepts out-of-state RON.

To execute a financial poa in Montana: Get the document notarized (standard practice, not required). Have your agent sign to acknowledge acceptance. Provide copies to financial institutions. Remote notary available; e-signature status unclear

Yes. Montana has adopted UPOAA § 302MCA §§ 72-31-306, 72-31-307Verified Jun 1, 2026: an out-of-state POA is valid in Montana if it was validly executed under the law of the place of execution or the principal's domicile when signed. Per MCA § 72-31-306(3), an out-of-state POA is valid in Montana if execution complied with the law of the jurisdiction that determines its meaning and effect (per § 72-31-307: the jurisdiction indicated in the POA, or if none, where executed). Also valid if it meets military POA requirements (10 U.S.C. 1044b). Photocopy or electronic copy has same effect as original (§ 72-31-306(4)). The document portability tool shows recognition by document type.