How to Become a Notary in Rhode Island

Quick Facts

Minimum Age

Residency Required

Yes

Education Required

Yes

Exam Required

Yes

No

Background Check Required

Bond Requirement

No

Commission Term

4 years

Journal Required

No

Stamp Requirement

Yes

Last updated

August , 2025

Steps to Become a Notary in Rhode Island

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:

Rhode Island does not require a notary bond to become a notary public or to renew your notary public commission.

Bond Final:

No bond is required

Applictation Final:

Yes, application and a fee required

Order Supplies Final:

Stamp Required

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Rhode Island Secretary of State

Notary Public Section

The governor appoints notaries in Rhode Island. The RI Department of State is responsible for processing notary applications, regulating notaries, maintaining records on notaries, and authenticating RI public officials’ signatures.

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