St. Francis, MN · Anoka County
Transient Merchant License Application
This application is for people seeking a St. Francis transient merchant license to sell or attempt to sell goods from a temporary business location.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The application collects applicant and business details, associated persons, vehicle information, the location and hours of operation, merchandise, and the requested license period. Applicants must submit a certificate of insurance; if they do not have proof of insurance, the form requires an indemnification agreement signed and notarized by the business owner, authorized partner, or authorized officer. The City uses the application to assess qualifications and process the license.
Who needs it
People seeking a St. Francis license to sell goods from a temporary location must complete this application and provide the requested business information.
Why it needs a notary
The indemnification agreement has an acknowledgment block; the business owner, authorized partner, or authorized officer signing it must acknowledge the signature before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the transient merchant license application from the City of St. Francis.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter applicant and business details, associated persons, vehicles, business location, hours, license period, and merchandise.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
If you lack proof of insurance, book an online notary for the required indemnification agreement.
- 4
Sign on Video
The owner, authorized partner, or authorized officer signs and acknowledges the indemnification agreement during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed application and applicable insurance certificate or notarized indemnification agreement to the City of St. Francis.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from St. Francis. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the notarized indemnification agreement?
- If you lack proof of insurance, have the business owner, authorized partner, or authorized officer sign the agreement and acknowledge the signature before a notary.
- Do I need to notarize the entire license application?
- The form specifically requires notarization of the indemnification agreement when you do not have proof of insurance. The application itself does not show a notary block.
- Can I sign the indemnification agreement with an online notary?
- Minnesota authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under the Remote Online Notarization Act, Minn. Stat. §358.645. Minn. Stat. §358.61 recognizes notarial acts performed by a notary public or other authorized officer of another state. Use a commissioned online notary and confirm with the city if unsure.
- What should I submit with this application?
- The form asks for a certificate of insurance. If you do not have proof of insurance, it requires the notarized indemnification agreement. Complete the application fields and provide any written partner or corporate authorization required for the signer.
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