Ovilla, TX · Ellis County
Peddler's Solicitor's License Application
A sworn license application anyone peddling or soliciting door-to-door in Ovilla must file, certifying their information under oath before a notary.
- 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 City of Ovilla requires peddlers and solicitors to obtain a license before operating in the city. The applicant provides identity, background, and vehicle information, then certifies under oath that the information is true and correct, and the form must be sworn to and subscribed before a notary public along with a background check and photo.
Who needs it
Anyone planning to peddle goods or solicit door-to-door within the City of Ovilla, whether independently or for a company or organization.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant must certify under oath that the application is true and correct, and the form includes a 'Sworn to and subscribed before me' jurat with a Notary Public signature line.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Peddler's Solicitor's License Application from the City of Ovilla website.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete your identity, business, and vehicle information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your identity and sign the jurat in front of the online notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized application, the $150 fee, and a 2x2 photo to Ovilla City Hall.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Ovilla. 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
- Do I need my Ovilla peddler/solicitor application notarized?
- Yes. The applicant must certify the information under oath, and the form includes a jurat that must be sworn to and subscribed before a notary public.
- How do I get the application notarized online?
- Upload your completed application, verify your identity, and sign it during a live video session with a commissioned online notary.
- Do I need a photo for the Ovilla peddler's license?
- Yes. The city requires all applicants to submit a 2x2 photo along with the notarized application, or it will be rejected.
- Can I use a remote online notary for this Ovilla form?
- Texas authorizes remote online notarization and recognizes jurats taken by a commissioned online notary; check with the City Secretary's Office if unsure.
- How long does the notarization take?
- A typical remote online notarization session for this three-page sworn application takes about 15 minutes.