NEVADA NOTARY FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I become a Nevada Notary Public? Here is some helpful information:
Requirements to become a Nevada Notary Public:
- Be 18 Years or older
- Be a resident of Nevada
- Posses your civil rights, a felon cannot be a notary
- Cannot have had a notary commission revoked in another state
How to become a Notary Public in Nevada:
1) You must complete the online notary training class through the Secretary of State’s training site and pass an exam. The Nevada notary training link can be found here: https://training.nvsos-training.com/
2) You must also enter a bond to the State of Nevada in the sum of $10,000 (at a minimum). The bond is filed with the county clerk of the county in which you reside. You are then given your oath of public office and the clerk gives you a filing notice
3) You must submit an online notary application (signed by hand) with the original filing notice from the county, and submit the application fee of $35 plus the training fee of $45.00 to the Secretary of State
3) You must submit an online notary application (signed by hand) with the original filing notice from the county, and submit the application fee of $35 plus the training fee of $45.00 to the Secretary of State
4) Once your notary application is correctly processed, the Secretary of State will issue a Certificate of Appointment
5) Each notary must obtain a Nevada notary stamp for authenticating notarial acts. You will need a certified copy of your Certificate of Appointment to obtain a notary stamp. You must also maintain a journal of all transactions. Your application remains on file with the Secretary of State
How long is my Notary Term in Nevada
- Nevada notaries are commissioned for a term of 4 years
Which Notary Supplies are required to be a Nevada Notary Public
- A Nevada notary stamp is required
- A Nevada notary seal is permitted. A seal impression inker may be purchased to darken the embossed impression. A notary seal is recommended as some notary clients will expect to see the raised seal.
- Nevada notaries are required to keep a notary record book (Notary Journal)
Nevada Notary Website
https://www.nvsos.gov/sos/licensing/notary
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