What Do I Need to Sign My Will in Vermont?

Notarization is not required for a will to be valid in Vermont.14 V.S.A. § 5Verified Jul 15, 2026 However, notarization Makes the will self-proving, avoiding witness testimony at probate.

Vermont allows Remote Online Notarization (RON) for wills.14 V.S.A. § 5Verified Jul 15, 2026 The notarization can be completed via secure video call with an approved RON provider. The state also accepts out-of-state RON.

To execute a will in Vermont: Find 2 adults to serve as witnesses. Review witness restrictions to ensure eligibility. Get the document notarized (standard practice, not required). Wet signature required; the notarization step may still be remote

Yes. Vermont hasn't adopted the Uniform Probate Code, but it recognizes a will validly executed under another state's law as long as the will was valid where signed. The practical wrinkle is the self-proving affidavit — if the foreign will doesn't have one, witnesses may need to testify during probate. A Vermont-specific will sidesteps that. The document portability tool shows the recognition rule by document type.