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| More About District of Columbia Notaries |
Eligibility |
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a resident of the District or a non-resident who is employed by a business physically located in the District and with a business address in the District
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Application and Bond Filing Procedures |
Call the NNA at 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827) if you have any questions during this process.- Order your Complete Notary Supply Package (see "Become" and "Renew" links above) – which includes your State-required Notary Bond.*
- Submit your Notary Public Application and Notary Exam to the Office of the Secretary, enclosing your State application fees.
- Receive your State-issued Notary Surety Bond Form (within 4 to 6 weeks).
- Forward your ORIGINAL Notary Surety Bond Form to the NNA for processing.
- We will mail your activated Notary Bond to you via First Class mail.
- File your Notary Bond with the County Clerk.
*BONDS AND E&O POLICIES UNDERWRITTEN BY MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY (MUTUAL), DES MOINES, IOWA. PENNSYLVANIA BONDS AND E&O POLICIES UNDERWRITTEN BY NATIONS BONDING COMPANY, AUSTIN, TEXAS, A SUBSIDIARY OF MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY (MUTUAL). AGENT FOR ALL BONDS AND E&O POLICIES IS NNA INSURANCE SERVICES, INC.
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State Government Information |
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Notary Provisions |
| Term: |
Five years |
| State Filing Fee: |
$50.00 |
| Bond Required: |
$2,000 |
| Seal Required: |
Embosser |
| Jurisdiction: |
District of Columbia |
| Journal: |
Required |
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Live and Online Notary Training |
| NNA educational programs are available at your convenience, whether you choose a live seminar or an online course, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of Notary practices and procedures. Plus, you’ll learn time-saving tips to help you do your new job quickly and correctly.
View District of Columbia Notary Training Options
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Guide to Notary Fees |
| Acknowledgments: |
$2.00 |
| Jurats: |
$2.00 |
| Oaths & Affirmations: |
$2.00 |
| Notary-Certified Copies: |
Act not allowed |
| Proofs: |
$2.00 |
| Additional Information: |
Government-employed Notaries may not charge; any other notarial act: $2.00 |
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