How to Become a Notary Public in Minnesota

✅ How to Become a Notary Public in Minnesota

Looking to become a Notary Public in Minnesota? Here's your full 2025 guide to applying, getting your stamp, and even becoming a remote online Notary.

📋 Steps to Become a Minnesota Notary

1. Meet eligibility requirements

2. Complete the Notary Commission Application

3. Mail your application with the $120 fee to the Secretary of State

4. Register your commission with your county (required) and pay the $20 recording fee

5. Buy your Notary stamp (required) and journal (optional but highly recommended)

6. Optional: Purchase E&O insurance for legal protection

7. Optional: Take training or continuing education courses

💰 Cost Breakdown

Expense Amount

State Application Fee $120

County Recording Fee $20

Notary Stamp & Supplies Varies

Total Estimated Cost $140+

⏱️ Commission Term & Processing Time

• Processing Time: 2–4 weeks

• Commission Term: 5 years (expires January 31 of the 5th year)

🧾 Eligibility Requirements

To apply, you must:

• Be 18 or older

• Be a resident of MN or bordering counties in IA, ND, SD, or WI

• List a Minnesota county for filing

• No training or exam is required

🧰 Required Supplies

• Ink Notary stamp with:

  • MN State Seal

  • “Notary Public”

  • Your name as commissioned

  • “My commission expires [date]”

• Journal: Optional but strongly recommended

• E&O Insurance: Optional, protects against lawsuits

💵 Notary Fees

• Maximum $5 per notarial act

• Up to $25 per remote online notarization

🌐 Remote Online Notarization (RON)

Minnesota allows RON as of January 1, 2019. To become a remote Notary:

1. Hold a traditional Notary commission

2. Register with the state

3. Use a compliant RON platform

4. Maintain a journal for all RONs

🔄 Renewals & Name/Address Changes

• Renew online or by mail between August 1–January 31

• Address changes: Update online + refile with new county

• Name changes: Submit a new app with documentation + get a new stamp

🚀 Ready to Launch Your Notary Career?

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