"To educate and serve Notaries throughout the United States by imparting knowledge, understanding and unity while instilling only the highest ethical standards of conduct and sound notarial practices."

As the leading authority on the American Notary office, the National Notary Association (NNA) is committed to educating and supporting Notaries throughout the United States while inspiring confidence and unity among them all.

Established in 1957, the NNA is recognized nationally and internationally as an advocate of both sound notarial practices and the office of the American Notary itself.

The National Notary Association and You

The Association’s programs are designed to enhance the Notaries’ productivity and efficiency, boost their careers and assist them in serving society responsibly and ethically. In addition, the NNA provides Notaries with the guidance and tools essential in making their duties simple and worry-free.

The National Notary Association is the preeminent notarial organization for the American Notary, and the ultimate source for every notarial need.

A Message from NNA President Milton G. Valera:

The primary goal of the National Notary Association continues to be – as it always has been – to educate and offer support to Notaries. That support extends far beyond offering high-quality supplies, insurance and services to help the Notary. It also includes inspiring Notaries to appreciate their important role as deterrents to fraud and to strive for professionalism as well.

As the NNA approaches 50 years of service, our motivation is twofold: to forge a role for the Notary in the high-tech world of the 21st century and to instill in Notaries an increased awareness of their value.

We also know that there are thousands of Notaries who haven't yet been touched by our educational programs and our morale-boosting message. For the NNA, affecting those unreached thousands is one of our challenges of the 21st century.