Your One-Stop Shop to Become a Notary in North Dakota
The American Association of Notaries offers a simple step-by-step guide to become a North Dakota notary. With our help, becoming a North Dakota notary is easy and hassle-free.
To become a notary in North Dakota, you must:
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1- Be at least 18 years old.
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2- Be a citizen or a permanent legal resident of the United States.
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3- Be a resident of North Dakota, have a place of employment or practice in North Dakota, or reside in a county that borders North Dakota and which is in a state that extends reciprocity to a notary public who resides in a border county of North Dakota.
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4- Be able to read and write in English.
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5- Not be disqualified to receive a commission under N.D.C.C. § 44-06.1-21.
Steps to Become a Notary in North Dakota
To become a notary public in North Dakota, make sure you meet the eligibility
requirements listed above, then complete the following six steps:
Step 1- Order a four-year, $7,500 North Dakota notary bond
North Dakota requires all notary applicants to provide proof of a four-year, $7,500 notary bond. You can order the bond from our website 24/7. The notary bond, along with instructions to complete the notary application process, can be downloaded instantly upon checkout. Click here to order a notary bond.
Step 2- Complete a Notary Public Application
Visit the FirstStop Portal on the North Dakota Secretary of State's website to complete your notary public application. Be sure to print your application before moving on to the next step.
Step 3- Appear before a commissioned notary public
Sign both your notary application and notary bond in the presence of a commissioned notary public before mailing them to the Secretary of State's office.
Step 4- Mail your documents
Mail your notarized application, notarized oath of office, and the $36 application filing fee to the secretary of state at:
North Dakota Office of the Secretary of State
600 East Boulevard Avenue, Dept 108
Bismarck, ND 58505-0500
Step 5- Submit an impression to the secretary of state
Once your application is approved, you will receive a Certificate of Authorization to Purchase Notary Stamping Device and a Verification of Notary Stamping Device form. Make an impression of your notary stamp on the verification form and return it to the North Dakota Secretary of State by the specified date. Click here to order a notary stamp.
Step 6- Download your commission certificate
After your stamp impression is approved, your commission certificate will be available for download in the FirstStop Portal. You can begin performing notarial acts on the specified date.
Everything You Need to Become a Notary in North Dakota
Includes a One-year Membership to AAN
Limited time offer - save up to 40% on notary supplies
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Four-year, $7,500 North Dakota notary bond. | |
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Notary course approved by the North Dakota Secretary of State** | |
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Trodat self-inking rectangular notary stamp | |
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North Dakota notary journal | |
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One-year membership to AAN | |
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Four years of expert support | |
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E-notary journal | |
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Your Cost:
Only $71.95*
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* The North Dakota Notary Value Package I may be purchased separately at the same net savings without the state mandatory four-year, $7,500 notary bond for $33.95 plus $7.95 for shipping. Enter item # P101 on the order form. The North Dakota Notary Value Package II may be purchased separately at the same net savings without the state mandatory four-year, $7,500 notary bond for $40.95 plus $7.95 for shipping. Enter item # P102 on the order form. The North Dakota four-year, $5,000 notary bond may also be purchased separately for $25.00. Discounts and savings apply only to supplies. Prices do not include taxes.
**Required by law.
North Dakota notary bonds and errors and omissions insurance policies provided by this insurance agency, the American Association of Notaries, Inc., are underwritten by Western Surety Company (established 1900). Kal Tabbara is a licensed insurance agent in North Dakota.