To become a notary in Oregon, one must meet certain eligibility requirements, including being at least 18 years old, being an Oregon resident or having a place of employment or practice in Oregon, and not having certain criminal convictions. The steps to become a notary involve:
- Completing an approved notary training course.
- Taking and passing the Oregon notary exam.
- Completing an online notary application on the Oregon Secretary of State’s website.
- Printing the Notary Public Commission Application, signing the oath of office before a notary, and mailing the application along with a $40 fee to the Secretary of State.
- Receiving an email notification when approved, then downloading and printing the certificate of authorization and commission certificate.
- Using the certificate of authorization to order an official notary stamp.
Additional details include passing a background check and signing the oath of office in front of a current notary. The notary commission is valid for four years. The application must be mailed within 30 days of issuance to avoid reapplying and paying the fee again.
If needed, further assistance can be provided on any specific step.
