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How to become a notary in New Jersey: the official requirements

Who can apply, the training, bond and term, and the steps, from the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services's own published requirements.

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Updated Nov 5, 2026 · Requirements: each state's notary authority or statute
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To become a notary public in New Jersey: Who can apply: At least 18; a legal resident of New Jersey, or with a place of employment or practice in New Jersey; not disqualified under the State Treasurer's denial and revocation rules. Training: Non-attorney applicants for a first commission complete a six-hour course of study approved by the State Treasurer. Exam: Non-attorney applicants pass an examination prescribed by the State Treasurer. Commissions are issued by the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.

Requirements

Notary requirements in New Jersey

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New Jersey notary public requirements (New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services)
RequirementNew Jersey
Who can applyAt least 18; a legal resident of New Jersey, or with a place of employment or practice in New Jersey; not disqualified under the State Treasurer's denial and revocation rules.
TrainingNon-attorney applicants for a first commission complete a six-hour course of study approved by the State Treasurer.
ExamNon-attorney applicants pass an examination prescribed by the State Treasurer.
BondNot stated in the official source we read. Check with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.
Commission termNot stated in the official source we read. Check with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.
State feeA $25 non-refundable application fee, and up to $15 for each test taken online.
Background checkNot stated in the official source we read. Check with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.
Oath and filingWithin three months of receiving your commission, take and subscribe the oath before the clerk of the county where you live (nonresidents: where your New Jersey office or employer is), or the appointment is revoked.

Where the official source we read does not state something, the table says so rather than guessing.

Steps

How to apply in New Jersey

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  1. Complete the approved course and pass the examination (non-attorneys).
  2. Apply electronically to the State Treasurer; the application must be endorsed by a member of the Legislature.
  3. Pay the $25 non-refundable application fee.
  4. Within three months of receiving your commission, take the oath before your county clerk.
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FAQ

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How do I become a notary in New Jersey?
To become a notary public in New Jersey: Who can apply: At least 18; a legal resident of New Jersey, or with a place of employment or practice in New Jersey; not disqualified under the State Treasurer's denial and revocation rules. Training: Non-attorney applicants for a first commission complete a six-hour course of study approved by the State Treasurer. Exam: Non-attorney applicants pass an examination prescribed by the State Treasurer. Commissions are issued by the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.
How long is a notary commission in New Jersey?
Not stated in the official source we read. Check with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.
Do I need a bond to be a notary in New Jersey?
Not stated in the official source we read. Check with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.
Is training required to become a notary in New Jersey?
Non-attorney applicants for a first commission complete a six-hour course of study approved by the State Treasurer.
Method

How this page is built

Every requirement on this page comes from the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services's own published material, read on the dates shown. Requirements and fees change; the authority's current instructions govern.

What this page can't tell you
  • Not legal advice.
  • Fees charged by bonding agencies, course providers and fingerprint vendors are not included.
Sources
  1. New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services, New Jersey Notary Public Manual (September 14, 2026), official source, read Nov 5, 2026.
  2. New Jersey Division of Revenue, New Notary Educational and Testing Requirements, official source, read Nov 5, 2026.