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Notary Public
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4 years
Commission Term
before renewal
No
Education Required
no course needed
No
Exam Required
no exam needed
$5,000
Bond Required
surety bond
You must be a legal resident of Mississippi (or maintain a place of business there), be at least 18 years old, and be able to read and write English. You cannot have a disqualifying criminal record.
Submit your application to the Mississippi Secretary of State (Business Services Division). Application fee: $25.
Obtain a $5,000 surety bond. $5,000 surety bond for 4-year term. Must be filed within 60 days of application. Bond cost: $35-$55.
Purchase an official notary stamp or seal that meets Mississippi requirements. Typical cost: $20-$40. Total estimated startup cost: $80-$120.
Once approved, you will receive your notary commission, valid for 4 years. You can then begin performing notarial acts in Mississippi. Remote online notarization (RON) is also permitted.
Minimum Age
18 years old
Residency
Must be a resident of Mississippi.
Citizenship
U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
Background Check
Not required
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Education
Not RequiredNo education course required.
Exam
Not RequiredNo exam required.
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Surety Bond
Required$5,000
$5,000 surety bond for 4-year term. Must be filed within 60 days of application.
Errors & Omissions Insurance
Not RequiredNot required.
Seal / Stamp
RequiredOfficial notary seal/stamp required.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $25 |
Bond Premium Approximate premium for $5,000 bond | $35-$55 |
Stamp / Seal Purchased from private vendors | $20-$40 |
Total Estimated Cost Application + bond + seal | $80-$120 |
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Complete application form
Obtain $5,000 surety bond
Sign oath of office
Submit application, bond, oath, and $25 fee to SOS
Receive commission
Purchase notary seal/stamp
Commission Term
4 years
Renewal Process
Submit new application with bond and fee.
Renewal Fee
$25
Regulatory Board
Mississippi authorizes remote online notarization.
Additional Requirements
Must comply with Mississippi's RON requirements.
What Makes Mississippi Unique
Mississippi commissions notaries public. The application fee is $25. Neighboring states include Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, each with their own notary public requirements.
Bond must be filed within 60 days of application.
No exam or education required. Mississippi does not impose this requirement on notary publics at the state level.
Notary stamps and seals must conform to Mississippi specifications. Most states require an ink stamp with the notary's name, commission number, and expiration date.
There is no national notary licensing exam. Each state sets its own commissioning requirements independently.
Mississippi permits Remote Online Notarization (RON), enabling notaries to perform notarizations via audio-video technology for signers located anywhere.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to obtain a notary public credential in Mississippi.
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Official Sources
Notary requirements in Mississippi verified against Mississippi Secretary of State (Business Services Division), April 2026.
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