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Minnesota Notary Public

We’ve successfully guided thousands of Minnesota Notaries through the commission process. Now it’s your turn to get started!

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Start your Minnesota Notary commission with everything you need.

No need to hunt for supplies—we’ve already handled it for you. Our all-inclusive Minnesota Notary packages include exactly what's needed to meet state requirements and take on your new role as a Notary Public.

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Get everything you need in one place

Starting at just $76, our Minnesota Notary packages come with your state-required seal stamp, plus recommended tools like a Notary Journal and Primer covering Minnesota Notary laws and procedures.

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Enjoy unlimited NNA Hotline support

Get five years of NNA Hotline access with any Minnesota Notary package. When a notarization question comes up, our experts can provide answers specific to Minnesota’s notarization requirements.

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Complete your Minnesota commission application

Fill out your Minnesota Notary application and mail it to the state with the required application fee.

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Checklist: Minnesota Notary Commission Process

Checklist: Minnesota Notary Commission Process

State requirements and step-by-step instructions on the Minnesota Notary commission process.
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What to know when applying to become a Minnesota Notary Public

What to know when applying to become a Minnesota Notary Public

  • Meet Minnesota Notary requirements. You must be at least 18 years old and either a Minnesota resident or a resident of a county in Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota or Wisconsin. You’ll need to specify the county where you'll be filing when you receive your Notary commission.
  • Processing takes up to four weeks. Most Minnesota Notary Public commission applications are processed within two to four weeks, depending on how long the Secretary of State needs to review your application and mail your certificate.
  • Minnesota commissions last five years. You are appointed and commissioned by the Minnesota Secretary of State, not by the National Notary Association.
  • Looking for more info? Visit our detailed overview to learn how to become a Notary Public in Minnesota.
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