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Notary Public in North Dakota

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for ND

Est. Total Cost

$86

Education + exams + fees

Time to Complete

4-6 weeks

From start to licensed

How to Become a Notary Public in North Dakota

To become a Notary Public in North Dakota, applicants must be at least 18 years old, able to read and write English, a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident, and meet specific residency or employment requirements. The process involves completing an application through the North Dakota Secretary of State's FirstStop Portal, submitting a $7,500 surety bond, and signing an Oath of Office. No exam or specific education course is required, but a stamping device is mandatory after authorization. North Dakota notaries can perform acts in Montana due to reciprocity.

Notary Public Requirements in North Dakota

Detail	North Dakota
Licensing Body	North Dakota Secretary of State
State License Required	Yes
Education	Able to read and write English, be a citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States, and meet residency/employment requirements (North Dakota resident, employed in North Dakota, or reside in a bordering county of a state with reciprocity to ND border-county notaries).
Exam	No exam required
Application Fee	$36
Renewal	Every 4.0 years
Notes	Minimum age 18. A $7,500 surety bond is required. An Oath of Office must be signed in the presence of a notary public. A stamping device is required and must be obtained after application approval and authorization from the Secretary of State. A journal is recommended for traditional and electronic notarizations, and required for remote online notarizations.

Source: North Dakota Secretary of State

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a notary public in North Dakota?

The path to notary public licensure in North Dakota: complete the required education (Able to read and write English, be a citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States, and meet residency/employment requirements (North Dakota resident, employed in North Dakota, or reside in a bordering county of a state with reciprocity to ND border-county notaries).), pass the No exam required, and submit your application ($36 fee).

Do I need a license to work as a notary public in North Dakota?

North Dakota mandates state licensure for notary publics. North Dakota Secretary of State oversees the process, which includes passing the No exam required.

How expensive is notary public licensing in North Dakota?

Plan on spending $86 total — that covers application fee ($36) plus your education and training.

How quickly can I become a notary public in North Dakota?

Expect to spend 4-6 weeks from start to finish in North Dakota — covering coursework, supervised experience, and examination.