How to Become An Online Notary In Minnesota

Starting from January 1, 2019, Minnesota has allowed Notaries to register for remote online notarizations (RONs). To become a remote Notary in the state of Minnesota, follow these steps:

Maintain your current commission as a traditional Notary Public.
Enter into an agreement with a RON technology provider.
Complete the Remote Online Notarization Authorization form.
Submit your application to the Minnesota Secretary of State via mail.
Await an email notification from the Secretary of State authorizing you to perform remote online notarizations.

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How to Become a Traditional Notary in Minnesota (Get your Notary Commission)

To become a Notary Public in Minnesota, follow these essential steps:

Ensure Eligibility: Verify that you meet all the qualifications specified in Minnesota state law (see below for details).
Complete Application: Fill out the Notary Commission Application.
Submission: Mail the completed application along with a check or money order for the $120 application fee to the Secretary of State.
Register Commission: Once you receive your commission certificate by mail, it's crucial to register it with your county of residence and pay the $20 recording fee. Failure to do so may result in civil penalty fees.
Obtain Notary Supplies: Acquire the necessary Notary stamp and other essential supplies.
Consider E&O Insurance: While optional, obtaining errors and omissions (E&O) insurance is strongly recommended. This can provide valuable financial protection.
Ongoing Education: Optional but highly recommended, consider pursuing continuing education or seek guidance from experienced Notary experts to enhance your skills and knowledge in the field.

Once you have your bond, seal, journal and commission you are ready to start performing notarial acts as a commissioned notary in Minnesota.

Requirements to Become a Notary in Minnesota

To be eligible for a Notary position in Minnesota, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

Minimum Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Residency: You must be a resident of Minnesota or one of the neighboring counties in Iowa (IA), North Dakota (ND), South Dakota (SD), or Wisconsin (WI). Additionally, you must specify the Minnesota County in which you intend to file upon receiving your Notary commission.

For further details, consult the Minnesota Notary Public Commission Guide or the Minnesota SoS Website.

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Updated on: 24/07/2024