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How to Become a Notary Public in Missouri

Missouri Notary requirements:

  • Minimum Age: 18 years old – Must be able to read and write English. Must be a citizen or legal
    permanent resident of the United States.

  • Residency: Legal Resident or Employee

  • Bond Required: $10,000 Notary Bond

  • Application Fee: $25

  • Must not have a commission revoked during the past 5 years. Must not be found guilty, or entered a pleas of guilty or nolo contendere, in a criminal prosecution under the laws of any state or of the United States, of any felony or any offense involving dishonesty or moral turpitude during the past five years

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Step by Step instructions on how to become a Missouri Notary

1. Purchase the $10K Notary bond
2. Please read the Missouri Notary Public Handbook
3. Apply online to the MO Secretary of State office for application and training – training course required
4. Once application is processed, please forward certificate so we can ship your supplies.