1. What is a Notary?

Answer: A responsible person appointed by state government to witness the signing of important documents and to administer oaths.

2. If I become a Notary, can I notarize documents in every state?

Answer: No, each State and Territory of the United States regulates its’ own notaries. You state commission limits you to that state’s boundaries.

3. Is it difficult to become a notary?

Answer: Increasingly states are becoming stricter in their licensing of notaries. Also, members of the industry are seeking higher standards for Seals & Supplies.

4. I am not a citizen of the U.S, can I become a notary?

Answer: In most states citizenship is not required if you have legal alien status. Check your state for Seals & Supplies.

5. How much can I make as a notary?

Answer: This is possibly the most difficult answer to given with this limited explanation. Income as a notary really depends on the individual. I know some are making in excess of $50,000.00/yr. and others earning little or nothing. It depends on you, your preparation and willingness to make yourself known in your community. We all have heard: “I didn’t know you did that.”. We have to tell them we do that.

6. Can I notarize my own documents?

Answer: No.

7. Why do I need a Bond?

Answer: 36 States and Territories require a bond. The bond is issued to trustworthy people. It is for the benefit of the public if something is improperly notarized.

8. My employer wants me to become a notary. Will this be for my benefit also?

Answer: Many men and women become notaries because of their job. Most may find it is a benefit to themselves as a tool for getting a new job.

9. May I as a notary refuse service to anyone?

Answer: Yes, if there is reasonable cause.

10. May I notarize immigration documents?

Answer: Possibly, depending on each states code. However, there are strict laws regarding the notary and immigration. A notary may not practice law within his or her state, unless He or She is a Licensed Attorney.