How to Become an Online Notary in Maine

In order to conduct electronic notarizations in Maine as a currently commissioned notary public, you need to:

Review and comprehend the statutory requirements for notaries outlined in 4 M.R.S Chapter 39 and the Secretary of State’s regulations concerning Notaries Public, Notarial Officers, Notarial Acts, and Electronic and Remote Notarization procedures detailed in Chapter 700.
Choose one or more authorized technology vendors.
Complete the training mandated by the technology provider(s).
File the Notarial Officer’s Notice for Electronic and/or Remote Online Notarizations form to the secretary of state, including:
A certification from each technology provider verifying that you have completed training in their technology and have been authorized as a user.
A sample of your electronic signature and official electronic stamp.

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What are the Requirements for Becoming an Online Notary in Maine?

If you’re an existing notary public in Maine, becoming an authorized online notary is somewhat simpler. Below is what you need to do:

Aged 18 or older.
A valid citizen of the United States.
Skilled in writing, speaking, and reading English.
No criminal records (unless pardoned).
To learn the specifics of RON (Remote Online Notarization), register for an online notary training course with an authorized association, like the BlueNotary Academy.
Pick a vendor from the state’s acknowledged list that offers the reliable software necessary for online notarizations.
Deliver an application to the Maine Secretary of State’s office, along with an upfront fee.

Once you’re done with this process, you’ll be able to notarize documents online, giving a convenient service for anyone in Maine!

How to Become a Traditional Notary in Maine

Meet the eligibility requirements
Print and fill out the Application for a Notary Public Commission (the mandatory examination is included within the application process.)
Send the application to the secretary of state along with a filing fee of $50.
Upon approval, you will receive a certificate of commission by mail.
Attend before a dedimus justice to take the oath within thirty calendar days.
Submit the fully filled out certificate of qualification to the secretary of state within forty-five calendar days from the appointment date.

For any confusion in the process, we recommend joining the BlueNotary Mastermind Facebook Group full of notaries from each state who have been through the exact state processes and can help guide you along the way.

Updated on: 24/07/2024