Notary Public Applications/renewals | Ohio Notary Services
Processes notary public applications and renewals for residents of the State of Ohio. Provides applicants with a date for notary exam and a manual containing the necessary information to be an effective and competent notary. Also provides application, training and testing to become an Ohio e-notary public.
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211 Cleveland
Physical Address
57 S Broadway St., Akron, OH 44308
Hours
M-Th: 8:30am-6:00pm; F: 8:30am-5:00pm. Online: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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Application process
Visit website anytime for more information and to start the application process or renewal. May also call for information. Renewing a notary commission may begin up to 90 days in advance. Classes can be taken in person or watch an online video. Once finished with the class component, can take the test either in-person or online. Once the test is passed, Ohio Notary Services will provide them with all the information they need in order to complete the process and receive their commission from the Secretary of State.
Fee
Fixed fee for application, and, for those who are not lawyers, fixed fee also for renewal every five years.
Eligibility
Must be a Ohio resident who is age 18 or older, and either a lawyer licensed to practice in Ohio, a registered voter, or a registered alien. Must not have been convicted of a criminal offense.
Service area
United States
Agency info
Ohio Notary Services
Processes notary public applications and renewals for residents of Ohio