How to Become a Notary in Oklahoma

Quick Facts

Minimum Age

Residency Required

No

Education Required

Yes

Exam Required

Yes

No

Background Check Required

Bond Requirement

Yes

Commission Term

4 years

Journal Required

No

Stamp Requirement

Yes

Last updated

August , 2025

Steps to Become a Notary in Oklahoma

Education:

Not required.

Education Final:

Yes, must complete an approved training course.

Exam:

No exam is required

Exam Final:

Yes, an exam is required

Background Check Final:

No background check is required

Bond:

All Oklahoma notary applicants are required to maintain a four-year, $1,000 notary bond. The bond protects the public from notary errors.

Bond Final:

Yes, a $1,000 bond is required

Applictation Final:

Yes, application and a fee required

Order Supplies Final:

Stamp Required

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Oklahoma Secretary of State

Notary Public Section

The Oklahoma Secretary of States receives applications for appointment and reappointment as a notary public, administers the commissioning process, and maintains an electronic database of active notaries.

Always Verify the Information with your State’s Official Notary Licensing Agency.