Guide to Becoming an Oklahoma Notary

If you are considering becoming an Oklahoma notary, you might be wondering what it takes. Today, we will look at who can become a notary public in Oklahoma and how to achieve that goal if you qualify. Providing notary bond services is a great way to generate some extra income or pad out your resume. So, let’s take a look to see just how easy it can be to become a notary public.


Who Can Become a Notary Public in Oklahoma?

In Oklahoma, a notary applicant must meet the following requirements:

  • Be 18 Years of Age or Older
  • Be a Citizen of the United States
  • Be a Legal Resident of Oklahoma or a Non-Resident Who Is Employed in Oklahoma
  • Be Able to Read & Write English
  • Have Not Been Convicted of a Felony

How to Become a Notary Public in Oklahoma

If you have met the eligibility requirements mentioned in the previous section, what else does it take to become an Oklahoma notary? As a notary applicant, you must meet the following requirements to earn your license:

  • Complete an Application & Submit It to the Secretary of State with a $25 Fee, Which May Be Filed in Person, By Mail, or Online
  • Receive by Mail, Upon Commissioning, a “Notary Public Guide” & a Blank $1,000 Bond Form
  • Upon Receipt of the Notary Commission, Purchase a $1,000 Surety Bond & a Notary Seal
  • Affix an Impression of the New Official Seal on the Bond Form
  • File the Notarized Bond Form, Oath of Office, Loyalty Oath, Official Signature, & Impression of the New Official Seal with the Secretary of State Not More Than 60 Days After the Issuance of the Commission & Pay a $10 Filing Fee
  • Upon the Secretary of State’s Approval of the Bond, Official Seal, Oath of Office, & Loyalty Oath, a Notary Public May Then Proceed to Perform Notarial Acts

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