How to Become a Notary Public in Maryland

✅ How to Become a Notary Public in Maryland

Becoming a Notary in Maryland is a rewarding step that opens doors to flexible income and community service. Whether you're working in real estate, law, healthcare, or finance, notarization services are always in demand. Here’s exactly how to get started.

📋 Steps to Become a Maryland Notary

1. Meet the eligibility criteria (see below)

2. Take a state-approved Notary training course

3. Pass the Maryland Notary exam

4. Complete the online application

5. Get three personal references (non-family, non-employer)

6. Application is sent to your state senator for endorsement

7. Upon approval, appear at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s Office

8. Take your oath and pay the $11 fee

9. Purchase your official Notary seal and journal

💰 Total Cost to Become a Notary in Maryland

Item Cost

Application Fee $25

Training Course $25 – $68

Notary Seal $30

Notary Journal $30 – $55

Total $110 – $178

⏱️ Processing Time & Term

• Commission Term: 4 years

• Processing Time: 4 to 6 weeks

👤 Eligibility Requirements

You must:

• Be 18 years or older

• Reside in or work in Maryland

• Be of good moral character

• Provide 3 references (not related or employed by you)

📚 Training & Exam

• Maryland law requires Notary applicants to take a training course and pass an exam

• Course covers legal procedures, ethical practices, and document handling

📝 Notary Supplies Required

• Official Notary Seal (embosser or inked stamp)
  Must include:

  • Your name

  • Title

  • County of residence or qualification

  • Optional: Commission expiration date

• Notary Journal

  • Paper: Bound with numbered pages

  • Electronic: Must be tamper-evident

  • Required to retain for 10 years

📡 Remote Online Notarization (RON)

Maryland allows Notaries with an active commission to apply for remote online notarization authorization.

• You must be physically located in Maryland during the RON

• Apply through the Maryland Secretary of State

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