Arizona Notary Application Process
- Check your eligibility.  Applicants must be 18 or older, be a U.S. citizen or legal resident, legally reside in Arizona, be able to read and write English, and not have a felony conviction (unless your civil rights have been restored).
- Be prepared to pass the state exam. Our Prepare for and Pass the Arizona Notary Exam course includes practice questions and a study guide to help you prepare. Exam retakes are allowed after 30 days.
- Receive your AZ Notary Package. After you order, we’ll ship your Notary supplies and email your surety bond. Get the bond form notarized and submit it with a completed Arizona Notary application.
- Allow up to six weeks for processing. While the Arizona Secretary of State reviews your application, use the Arizona Notary Public Reference Manual to learn what’s required of you as an Arizona Notary.
- Plan to renew every four years. Once appointed by the Arizona Secretary of State, your commission lasts four years and must be renewed to continue serving as a Notary. The National Notary Association does not appoint Notaries.
For the complete application process, see our step-by-step guide to becoming an Arizona Notary.