Become a North Carolina Notary

Click here for North Carolina Notary Requirements

18 years of age
Reside - or have a regular place of work or business - in North Carolina; Non-resident
applicants must produce proof-of-employment statement from employer on company
letterhead for a commission (commission valid only in the county where regularly
employed or maintaining a business)
Reside legally in the United States
Must read, write, speak and understand English
Possess high school diploma or equivalent
Purchase and keep as reference most recent manual approved by Secretary of State
describing duties and authority of Notaries
No less than 10 years since incarceration, probation or parole

Become a North Carolina Notary in 3 Steps:

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Obtain your state-required seal and recommended supplies

Select your complete Notary supply package option. Each contains your state-required official seal stamp.

Complete your North Carolina Notary application

Complete the North Carolina Notary Public Application following the instructions on the North Carolina Secretary of State website.

Become a North Carolina Notary Public

The NNA will walk you through each step. To receive your official seal, fax a copy of your Commission Certificate to 1-800-833-1211 or send a copy to National Notary Association, Notary Seal Processing, 9350 De Soto Avenue, Chatsworth, CA 91311-4926.

Download a Checklist to become a North Carolina Notary Public.