How to Become a Notary in North Dakota

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Minimum Age

Residency Required

Yes

Education Required

No

Exam Required

No

Background Check

No background check is required

Bond Requirement

Yes

Commission Term

4 years

Journal Required

No

Stamp Requirement

Yes

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Steps to Become a Notary in North Dakota

  • Education: No training is required.
  • Exam: No exam is required.
  • Background Check: No background check is required
  • Bond: Yes, a $7,500 bond is required
  • Applictation: Yes, application and a fee required
  • Order Supplies: Stamp Required

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North Dakota Secretary of State

Notary Public Section

The secretary of state appoints North Dakota notaries. The secretary of state is also responsible for processing all new and renewal notary applications, issuing notary public commissions, maintaining the records regarding notaries, and approving notaries to perform notarial acts with respect to electronic records and for remotely located individuals.
  • Secretary of State State of North Dakota Accounting/Notary Unit
  • 600 East Boulevard Avenue, Department 108
  • Bismarck
  • ND
  • 58505-0500
  • (701) 328-2901
Always Verify the Information with your State’s Official Notary Licensing Agency.

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