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First time notary users

Your password is the last four digits of your SSN.

Notary renewal steps

  1. Sign in to your notary account.
  2. Complete your renewal application by updating your information.
  3. Pay the $50 application fee (add $3 transaction fee) or by mail (payment must be received before taking the online exam).
  4. Take and pass the online exam (80% or better, 3 chances within 30 days).
  5. Print and mail your notarized application to our office.
    • The Notary Public Section
      Post Office Box 29626
      Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0626
  6. You will receive an oath notification email upon approval.
  7. Take the oath within 45 days of the oath notification issue date at the Register of Deeds in your commission county.

Customer service

We can assist with any issues you may experience during the registration process. Call us at 919-814-5400 during normal business hours(8:00 am - 5:00 pm).

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