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| More About Hawaii Notaries |
Eligibility |
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a resident of Hawaii
- Be a United States citizen, national or a permanent alien resident of the United States who is diligently seeking United States citizenship
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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 to the State, enclosing your State application fees.
- Pass the State-required Notary Exam (given following approval of your Application).
- Receive your State-issued Letter of Passing or Renewal Letter (within 4 to 6 weeks).
- Forward a COPY of your Letter of Passing or Renewal Letter to the NNA for processing.
- We will mail your activated Notary Bond to you via First Class mail.
- File your Notary Bond with the Clerk of Circuit Court.
*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 |
| Contact Secretary of State: |
Department of Attorney General
Notary Public Office
425 Queen Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
1-808-586-1216 |
| On the Web: |
www.hawaii.gov/ag/notary/ |
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Notary Provisions |
| Term: |
Four Years |
| Commissioning Fee: |
$40.00 for NEW or RENEWAL commissions |
| Application Fee: |
$10.00 for NEW or RENEWING Notaries |
| Bond Required: |
$1,000 |
| Seal Required: |
The Notary's official seal must include: The name of the Notary, the Notary's commission number and the words "Notary Public and "State of Hawaii." |
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The seal must be circular, not over 2 inches in diameter, and have a "serrated or milled edge border." The seal may still be either an inking stamp or an embosser. Rectangular seals are no longer allowed.
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| Jurisdiction: |
State (all islands and waters of Hawaii) |
| Journal: |
Required by law |
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 Hawaii Notary Training Options
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Guide to Notary Fees |
| Acknowledgments: |
$5.00, then $2.50 for every duplicate original beyond the first
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| Jurats: |
$5.00, then a $2.50 fee for every “duplicate original beyond the fourth
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| Oaths & Affirmations: |
$5.00 |
| Deposition: |
$5.00 |
| Protest: |
$5.00 + $5.00 for each notice and certified copy of protest |
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