Virginia

How to Become a Notary in Virginia

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

4 years

Journal Required

No

Stamp Requirement

Yes

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Steps to Become a Notary in Virginia

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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Virginia Secretary of State

Notary Public Section

The Virginia Governor appoints Virginia notaries public, and the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office administers the application process, maintains all the records pertaining to these notaries, and authenticates their acts.

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