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Get everything you need in one place! Satisfy all Ohio state requirements with any of our all-inclusive Notary packages, including our state-approved training course and exam and official Notary seal stamp. Just looking for Notary training and exam? Get it here. Ohio attorney's looking for Notary training? Get it here.

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Pass a state-required Criminal Records Check through an authorized agent.

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Our all-inclusive Notary packages include everything you need to become an Ohio Notary. Plus, unlimited notarization support for your entire 5-year commission.

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Pass the Ohio Notary Training and Exam

Complete the 3-hour online training course and exam, included in each of our Notary packages, to satisfy Ohio’s education requirements for Notaries.

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Complete your Ohio Notary Application

Fill out and submit your State of Ohio Notary application online with the Ohio Secretary of State.

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Checklist: Ohio Notary Commission Process

Checklist: Ohio Notary Commission Process

State requirements and step-by-step instructions on the Ohio Notary commission process.

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What to know when applying to become an Ohio Notary Public.

What to know when applying to become an Ohio Notary Public.

  • Make sure you’re eligible. To apply, you must be 18 years old or older, a resident of Ohio, and you cannot have a criminal record that includes fraud, theft, violent crime, or other disqualifying offenses.
  • Attorney exemptions apply. Non-resident attorneys who practice law in Ohio are eligible to become Notaries in Ohio. Attorneys must complete a three-hour Notary training course but do not have to take the exam.
  • An Ohio Notary commission is 5 years. You are appointed and commissioned by the Ohio Secretary of State, not by the National Notary Association. Looking for more info? Visit our detailed overview to learn how to become an Ohio Notary Public.
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