Detailed Steps For Becoming a Notary
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Take Notary Public Class Online
Take All Pre-Test For Exam Preparation.
NOTE: Notary Class is ONLINE - NOTARY EXAM must be taken in person. Once you have registered for our course you will have instant access to register for LIVE EXAM. State Exams are typically held at a local college or hotel.
ALL REQUIRED FORMS YOU WILL NEED ARE PROVIDED WITH YOUR COURSE.
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Print Proof of Completion
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Complete Notary Application
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Register For Exam – Walk-ins allowed
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Obtain a 2”x2” Passport Photo
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$40 Check Payable to: Secretary of State
Exam Day -
Application
Identification
Notary Application
Passport Photo
$40 Check
Pencil for Exam
Results emailed in 15-business days.
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Live Scan Fingerprinting
Print & Complete Form
Can be processed at any Live Scan Facility
Identification-Form-Fees required.
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Wait for Notary Commission to be Mailed
Will be processed and mailed via USPS after background check has been completed
typically, 4-8 weeks.
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Commission Received
Order 15,000 Surety Bond
Must be filed at county clerks office along with Oath 30 days from receiving Commission.
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Stamp/Seal & Journal
Order Stamp from Approved Vendor
Order Journal
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Officially a Notary once Oath & Bond have been filed.
Exam dates/locations provided with your course