How to Become a Notary in Minnesota

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Quick Facts

Minimum Age

Residency Required

Yes

Education Required

No

Exam Required

No

Background Check

No background check is required

Bond Requirement

No

Commission Term

Minnesota notary public holds office until January 31st of the fifth year following the year the commission was issued.

Journal Required

Yes

Stamp Requirement

Yes

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Steps to Become a Notary in Minnesota

  • Education: No training is required.
  • Exam: No exam is required.
  • Background Check: No background check is required
  • Bond: No bond is required
  • Applictation: Yes, application and a fee required
  • Order Supplies: Stamp Required
  • File Oath And Commission: Yes, an Oath is required

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Minnesota Secretary of State

Notary Public Section

Notaries public are appointed by the Minnesota Governor. The Minnesota Secretary of State processes all applications for appointment and reappointment, issues notary public commissions, and maintains the records relating to notaries.
  • Office of the Secretary of State
  • 60 Empire Drive, Suite 100Retirement Systems of MN Building
  • St. Paul
  • MN
  • 55103
  • 651-296-2803
  • notary.sos@state.mn.us
Always Verify the Information with your State’s Official Notary Licensing Agency.

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