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Detailed Information for: Notary Public Application for Commission
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Updated: 8/6/2009
Description: This application is for people who wish to become a Notary Public in Oregon.

There is no renewal process; each notary must reapply every 4 years.

Similar Keywords: notaries, documents signing
Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: ORS 194
Duration: 4 Years
Fees - application, exam, etc.:  $20.00
Responsible Agency: SOS - Corporation Division
Fee Exemptions: Not Applicable
Examination Information: A 20-question open book test is part of the application.
Continuing Ed Requirements: As of July 1, 2006 all first-time applicants for an Oregon Notary Public commission, and any former notaries without a current commission at the time of application, must take a 3-hour course on Oregon notary laws, rules and procedures either online or through an 'in person' seminar.
Click here for more information about seminars and our online tutorial
Bonding Requirements: Not Applicable
Insurance Requirements: Not Applicable
Prerequisites: Complete the notary public application. If you have been convicted of a felony in the last 10 years you cannot become a Notary Public.
Application Form: Notary Public Application for a Commission
Renewals: Maintaining / Renewing Your Notary Public Commission 
Service Links:  Commission Name Change
 Notary Education Seminars
 Notary Public Forms
 Notary Public Information Pamphlet
 Notary Public Services
 Online Notary Public Tutorial
 Oregon Notary Public Lookup
 Application Materials
 Notary Public Legal Name Change
 Notary Public Address Change
contact Agency Contact Information
Required Documentation: Not Applicable

  Agency Information
Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
Agency Name: SOS - Corporation Division
E-mail Address: businessregistry.sos@state.or.us
Phone: 503-986-2200
Mail Address: Secretary of State Corporation Division
255 Capitol St. NE, Suite 151
Salem, OR 97301 - 1327
Website Information: http://www.filinginoregon.com

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