How to Become a Notary in Georgia (2026)
Step-by-step guide to getting your Georgia notary commission — fees, bond, exam, and timeline. All data from official Georgia state sources.
Notary Fees & RON Guide — All 50 States
A state-by-state reference covering notary fee caps, remote online notarization (RON) availability, and step-by-step instructions for getting documents notarized from home. Know your rights and the legal maximums before you pay a notary.
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How to Become a Notary in Georgia — Step by Step
Meet the eligibility requirements
To become a notary in Georgia, you must be at least 18 years old, a legal U.S. resident, and either a resident of Georgia or regularly employed there. You cannot have felony convictions (in most states) unless your civil rights have been restored.
Complete the required education course
Georgia requires you to complete a state-approved notary education course before applying. Courses are available from approved providers and can typically be completed online. Fees vary by provider, usually $20–$80.
Pass the notary exam
Georgia requires all applicants to pass a written notary exam. Schedule your exam through the state or an approved testing provider. Study the Georgia notary handbook — available free from the Clerk of Superior Court (County).
Submit your application to the Clerk of Superior Court (County)
File your completed notary application with the Clerk of Superior Court (County) and pay the $47 application fee. Include your certificate of course completion. Include your exam pass certificate. Most states now accept online applications.
Receive your commission and take your oath of office
After your application is approved, you'll receive your notary commission certificate. You must then take an official oath of office — typically before a notary public, judge, or court clerk — within 30–90 days. Missing this deadline can void your commission entirely.
Purchase your notary supplies
Order your official Georgia notary seal or stamp and a notary journal/record book. Most states require a specific seal format — check the Clerk of Superior Court (County) requirements for approved shapes, ink colors, and required text. Supplies typically cost $30–$60. Estimated cost for Georgia: $45.
Start notarizing — and consider signing agent training
Once commissioned, you can begin performing notarizations in Georgia. Traditional notary fees in Georgia: up to $2 per act (state-capped). For higher earnings, consider training as a notary signing agent (see below).
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Georgia Notary Commission — Cost Summary
| State application fee | $47 |
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Surety bond | Not required |
| Exam | Required |
| Education course | Required |
| Notary supplies (stamp + journal) | ~$45 |
| Filing office | Clerk of Superior Court (County) |
| RON available | No |
| Est. total startup cost | $92–$172 |
As of January 1, 2025, a GSCCCA-approved training course and exam (90% pass score required) are mandatory. Application filed with the county Clerk of Superior Court — not the state SOS. Fee varies by county ($40–$55). RON not permitted in Georgia.
Source: Clerk of Superior Court (County) — Official Georgia Notary Page ↗
What Can a Georgia Notary Charge?
Georgia caps notary fees at $2 per notarial act. $2 per notarial act. RON is not permitted in Georgia. Notaries must display a fee schedule.
Source: Georgia Notary Fee Authority ↗
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