Affidavits (1134, 1864) are among the few immigration papers that require notarization; however, unless you are a lawyer, the US Immigration Naturalization Services (INS) standards prohibit you from creating or submitting immigration paperwork for others. Alternatively, an authorized agent approved by the US Department of Justice.Notaries in Los Angeles can type, secretary, or translate INS documents in addition to notarizing them, as long as they do not provide legal advice.