How to Become a Notary in Oregon (2026)
Step-by-step guide to getting your Oregon notary commission — fees, bond, exam, and timeline. All data from official Oregon state sources.
How to Become a Notary in Oregon — Step by Step
Meet the eligibility requirements
To become a notary in Oregon, you must be at least 18 years old, a legal U.S. resident, and either a resident of Oregon or regularly employed there. You cannot have felony convictions (in most states) unless your civil rights have been restored.
Submit your application to the Secretary of State
File your completed notary application with the Secretary of State and pay the $40 application fee. 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 Oregon notary seal or stamp and a notary journal/record book. Most states require a specific seal format — check the Secretary of State requirements for approved shapes, ink colors, and required text. Supplies typically cost $30–$60. Estimated cost for Oregon: $40.
Start notarizing — and consider signing agent training
Once commissioned, you can begin performing notarizations in Oregon. Traditional notary fees in Oregon: up to $10 per act (state-capped). Oregon also allows Remote Online Notarization (RON), capped at $25 per act — a growing income opportunity. For higher earnings, consider training as a notary signing agent (see below).
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Oregon Notary Commission — Cost Summary
| State application fee | $40 |
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Surety bond | Not required |
| Exam | Not required |
| Education course | Not required |
| Notary supplies (stamp + journal) | ~$40 |
| Filing office | Secretary of State |
| RON available | Yes |
| Est. total startup cost | $80–$80 |
No bond required.
What Can a Oregon Notary Charge?
Oregon caps notary fees at $10 per notarial act. Remote online notarizations are capped at $25. $10 per act; $25 for RON. Travel fees with guidelines.
Source: Oregon Notary Fee Authority ↗
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