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How much will it cost to become a Notary Public in New York State?
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Hi, I think this will give you a pretty good estimate based on supplies and materials, required training (which will depend on your legal background) and NY state fees:
Required:
Notary Stamp - $21.00
Application/State Fees - $60.00
http://www.dos.state.ny.us/lcns/ntryfaq.html
Optional:
On-Line or Prep Course - (Optional) up to $130.00
Journal of Notarial Acts - $17.00
New York Notary Law Primer - (Optional) $20.00
All Purpose Acknowledgment Certificates - $14.00
Optional Pre-Printed Certificates - (Optional) $9.95 (x3)
1 Year E&O (Errors and Omissions) Insurance - (Optional) $35.00
National Notary Assoc. Membership - (Optional) Potentially Free, $52.00
Notary Ins. Bond - Not Applicable/Available in NY
http://www.nationalnotary.org
Required:
Notary Stamp - $21.00
Application/State Fees - $60.00
http://www.dos.state.ny.us/lcns/ntryfaq.html
Optional:
On-Line or Prep Course - (Optional) up to $130.00
Journal of Notarial Acts - $17.00
New York Notary Law Primer - (Optional) $20.00
All Purpose Acknowledgment Certificates - $14.00
Optional Pre-Printed Certificates - (Optional) $9.95 (x3)
1 Year E&O (Errors and Omissions) Insurance - (Optional) $35.00
National Notary Assoc. Membership - (Optional) Potentially Free, $52.00
Notary Ins. Bond - Not Applicable/Available in NY
http://www.nationalnotary.org
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Hi, Here's the link to the info about the exam, scheduling and the fee ($15.00 - you were right!) http://www.dos.state.ny.us/lcns/exams/Jan-June2009/notary-public.htm :)
I'd suggest perhaps taking a closer look at the DOS NY web site link above - this had a q&a page and lots of info...and also the NNA (National Notary Assoc.) web site looked like it might be helpful, good luck to you.
Notary publics are "commissioned" (i.e., licensed) by the Secretary of State. An applicant for a notary public commission must submit to the Division of Licensing Services an original application and $60 fee. The application includes an oath of office, which must be sworn and notarized. In addition to the application form and fee, the applicant must submit a "pass slip" showing that he or she has taken and passed the notary public examination. Examinations are regularly scheduled throughout the state. An individual who is currently a member of the New York State Bar or a court clerk of the Unified Court System, appointed to that position after taking a Civil Service promotional examination in the court clerk series of titles, while not exempt from the application fee, may be appointed a notary public without an examination. The term of commission is 4 years.
http://www.dos.state.ny.us/lcns/ntryfaq.html
This required fee is listed above in the original answer. Thanks for your comment.
I also heard there was an examination fee and possibly a recording fee?