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Notary Public

A five-year commission issued by the State Treasurer. Initial commissioning, attorney-exempt commissioning, renewal and application after lapse use this same credential. Remote and electronic notarization require notification of the technologies to be used on an existing commission; a name change is a filing evidencing continuance of that commission.

Licensing authority: New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services · Application information

Initial commissioning — New Jersey attorney — nonresident
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
A licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey; N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.2(a) and 52:7-10.3(a) exempt this applicant from notary education and examination.
Commission Stage
Initial commission.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
Maintain or be regularly employed in a New Jersey office, or work remotely for a business domiciled or principally located in New Jersey; certify the residence, address and New Jersey employment address and report later changes (N.J.S.A. 52:7-13).
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Initial commissioning — New Jersey attorney — resident
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
A licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey; N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.2(a) and 52:7-10.3(a) exempt this applicant from notary education and examination.
Commission Stage
Initial commission.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
A legal resident of New Jersey.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Initial commissioning — non attorney — nonresident
New Jersey Notary Public Online Exam
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
Not a licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey.
Commission Stage
Initial commission.
Education
Complete the Treasurer-approved course of study; the DORES implementation describes a six-hour course. Read the entire Notary Public Manual, watch the entire training-video series and attest to completion.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
Maintain or be regularly employed in a New Jersey office, or work remotely for a business domiciled or principally located in New Jersey; certify the residence, address and New Jersey employment address and report later changes (N.J.S.A. 52:7-13).
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).
Initial commissioning — non attorney — resident
New Jersey Notary Public Online Exam
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
Not a licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey.
Commission Stage
Initial commission.
Education
Complete the Treasurer-approved course of study; the DORES implementation describes a six-hour course. Read the entire Notary Public Manual, watch the entire training-video series and attest to completion.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
A legal resident of New Jersey.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).
Recommissioning after expiration beyond the 30 day grace period — New Jersey attorney — nonresident
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
A licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey; N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.2(a) and 52:7-10.3(a) exempt this applicant from notary education and examination.
Commission Stage
The prior commission expired more than 30 days ago; the DORES portal treats the applicant as a new notary applicant.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Lapse Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If it has been over 30 days since your Notary Commission has expired, you will be considered a New Notary Applicant & be required to take the Notary Public Exam.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
Maintain or be regularly employed in a New Jersey office, or work remotely for a business domiciled or principally located in New Jersey; certify the residence, address and New Jersey employment address and report later changes (N.J.S.A. 52:7-13).
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Recommissioning after expiration beyond the 30 day grace period — New Jersey attorney — resident
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
A licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey; N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.2(a) and 52:7-10.3(a) exempt this applicant from notary education and examination.
Commission Stage
The prior commission expired more than 30 days ago; the DORES portal treats the applicant as a new notary applicant.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Lapse Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If it has been over 30 days since your Notary Commission has expired, you will be considered a New Notary Applicant & be required to take the Notary Public Exam.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
A legal resident of New Jersey.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Recommissioning after expiration beyond the 30 day grace period — non attorney — nonresident
New Jersey Notary Public Online Exam
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
Not a licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey.
Commission Stage
The prior commission expired more than 30 days ago; the DORES portal treats the applicant as a new notary applicant.
Education
Complete the Treasurer-approved course of study; the DORES implementation describes a six-hour course. Read the entire Notary Public Manual, watch the entire training-video series and attest to completion.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Lapse Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If it has been over 30 days since your Notary Commission has expired, you will be considered a New Notary Applicant & be required to take the Notary Public Exam.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
Maintain or be regularly employed in a New Jersey office, or work remotely for a business domiciled or principally located in New Jersey; certify the residence, address and New Jersey employment address and report later changes (N.J.S.A. 52:7-13).
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).
Recommissioning after expiration beyond the 30 day grace period — non attorney — resident
New Jersey Notary Public Online Exam
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
Not a licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey.
Commission Stage
The prior commission expired more than 30 days ago; the DORES portal treats the applicant as a new notary applicant.
Education
Complete the Treasurer-approved course of study; the DORES implementation describes a six-hour course. Read the entire Notary Public Manual, watch the entire training-video series and attest to completion.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Lapse Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If it has been over 30 days since your Notary Commission has expired, you will be considered a New Notary Applicant & be required to take the Notary Public Exam.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
A legal resident of New Jersey.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).
Attorney exempt renewal — nonresident
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
A licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey; N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.2(a) and 52:7-10.3(a) exempt this applicant from notary education and examination.
Commission Stage
Renew a current commission or one eligible for the portal renewal process; the portal identifies a 30-day grace period after expiration.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
Maintain or be regularly employed in a New Jersey office, or work remotely for a business domiciled or principally located in New Jersey; certify the residence, address and New Jersey employment address and report later changes (N.J.S.A. 52:7-13).
Retake Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If you are an active Notary Public and need to renew, you are NOT required to take the Notary Public Exam and are only required to submit your Notary Renewal Application.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Attorney exempt renewal — resident
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
A licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey; N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.2(a) and 52:7-10.3(a) exempt this applicant from notary education and examination.
Commission Stage
Renew a current commission or one eligible for the portal renewal process; the portal identifies a 30-day grace period after expiration.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
A legal resident of New Jersey.
Retake Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If you are an active Notary Public and need to renew, you are NOT required to take the Notary Public Exam and are only required to submit your Notary Renewal Application.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Renewal under the grandfathered prior commission alternative — nonresident
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
Not a licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey.
Commission Stage
Renew a current commission or one eligible for the portal renewal process; the portal identifies a 30-day grace period after expiration.
Continuing Education
Complete the continuing education course and provide satisfactory proof; DORES describes three hours.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Implementation Cutoff Quote
DORES July 25, 2022 announcement: For renewed commissions. A commissioned notary public applying to renew a commission who has satisfactorily completed the six-hour course of study and passed an examination prescribed by the State Treasurer at least one time, or those who were commissioned for the first time before the October 22, 2021 effective date of P.L. 2021, c.179 must complete a three-hour continuing education course.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Prior Commission
First commissioned before the effective date of P.L. 2021, c.179; renewal rests on this alternative rather than on completion of the initial course and examination.
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
Maintain or be regularly employed in a New Jersey office, or work remotely for a business domiciled or principally located in New Jersey; certify the residence, address and New Jersey employment address and report later changes (N.J.S.A. 52:7-13).
Retake Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If you are an active Notary Public and need to renew, you are NOT required to take the Notary Public Exam and are only required to submit your Notary Renewal Application.
Rule Cutoff Quote
N.J.A.C. 17:50-2.3(a), 54 N.J.R. 275: "first time before July 22, 2021, the effective date of P.L. 2021, c. 179,". The conflicting implementing dates are retained as applicant conditions; the statute governs the grandfather alternative.
Statutory Effective Date
P.L. 2021, c.179 section 39 makes the general provisions effective on the 90th day following enactment and education/examination sections 6 and 7 effective on the 365th day; the act was approved July 22, 2021. The statute uses its effective-date language for the grandfather alternative.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Renewal under the grandfathered prior commission alternative — resident
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
Not a licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey.
Commission Stage
Renew a current commission or one eligible for the portal renewal process; the portal identifies a 30-day grace period after expiration.
Continuing Education
Complete the continuing education course and provide satisfactory proof; DORES describes three hours.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Implementation Cutoff Quote
DORES July 25, 2022 announcement: For renewed commissions. A commissioned notary public applying to renew a commission who has satisfactorily completed the six-hour course of study and passed an examination prescribed by the State Treasurer at least one time, or those who were commissioned for the first time before the October 22, 2021 effective date of P.L. 2021, c.179 must complete a three-hour continuing education course.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Prior Commission
First commissioned before the effective date of P.L. 2021, c.179; renewal rests on this alternative rather than on completion of the initial course and examination.
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
A legal resident of New Jersey.
Retake Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If you are an active Notary Public and need to renew, you are NOT required to take the Notary Public Exam and are only required to submit your Notary Renewal Application.
Rule Cutoff Quote
N.J.A.C. 17:50-2.3(a), 54 N.J.R. 275: "first time before July 22, 2021, the effective date of P.L. 2021, c. 179,". The conflicting implementing dates are retained as applicant conditions; the statute governs the grandfather alternative.
Statutory Effective Date
P.L. 2021, c.179 section 39 makes the general provisions effective on the 90th day following enactment and education/examination sections 6 and 7 effective on the 365th day; the act was approved July 22, 2021. The statute uses its effective-date language for the grandfather alternative.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Renewal after prior course and examination completion — nonresident
New Jersey Notary Public Online Exam
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
Not a licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey.
Commission Stage
Renew a current commission or one eligible for the portal renewal process; the portal identifies a 30-day grace period after expiration.
Continuing Education
Complete the continuing education course and provide satisfactory proof; DORES describes three hours.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Prior Completion
Previously completed the approved course and passed the Treasurer-prescribed examination at least once; this currently offered examination remains a requirement reference under this survey contract, with no requirement to retake it for active renewal.
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
Maintain or be regularly employed in a New Jersey office, or work remotely for a business domiciled or principally located in New Jersey; certify the residence, address and New Jersey employment address and report later changes (N.J.S.A. 52:7-13).
Retake Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If you are an active Notary Public and need to renew, you are NOT required to take the Notary Public Exam and are only required to submit your Notary Renewal Application.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).
Renewal after prior course and examination completion — resident
New Jersey Notary Public Online Exam
Application
Submit the prescribed application electronically, endorsed by a member of the Legislature; renewals use the original application manner (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(b)).
Attorney Status
Not a licensed attorney-at-law in New Jersey.
Commission Stage
Renew a current commission or one eligible for the portal renewal process; the portal identifies a 30-day grace period after expiration.
Continuing Education
Complete the continuing education course and provide satisfactory proof; DORES describes three hours.
Electronic Notarization
Before the first notarial act on an electronic record, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technology (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.15(b)).
Fee
N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(c) requires a nonrefundable $25 commission or renewal fee.
Fitness
Not disqualified under N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.4; the Treasurer may deny or limit a commission for lack of honesty, integrity, competence or reliability.
Minimum Age
At least 18 years old at appointment (N.J.S.A. 52:7-12(a)(1)).
Oath
Take and subscribe the oath before the appropriate county clerk within three months of receipt of the initial or renewed commission; failure causes cancellation and revocation (N.J.S.A. 52:7-14).
Prior Completion
Previously completed the approved course and passed the Treasurer-prescribed examination at least once; this currently offered examination remains a requirement reference under this survey contract, with no requirement to retake it for active renewal.
Remote Notarization
Before the first remote notarial act, notify the State Treasurer and identify the intended technologies (N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.10(m)).
Residence
A legal resident of New Jersey.
Retake Instruction Quote
DORES exam portal: If you are an active Notary Public and need to renew, you are NOT required to take the Notary Public Exam and are only required to submit your Notary Renewal Application.
Term
The commission lasts five years (N.J.S.A. 52:7-11(a)).

New Jersey Notary Public Online Exam

Examination outline
  • Chapter 1. PURPOSE
  • Chapter 2. DEFINITIONS
  • Chapter 3. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE, SCOPE OF AUTHORITY AND PROHIBITED ACTS
    • Eligibility Criteria
    • Scope of Authority
    • Prohibitions
  • Chapter 4. NOTARY COMMISSIONING PROCESS
    • Application Procedures
    • Commissioning of Nonresidents, Additional Requirements
    • Name Change, Filing Evidence of Continuance of Powers and Privileges
  • Chapter 5. DENIAL, REVOCATION, SUSPENSION OR LIMITATION OF A COMMISSION
    • Reasons for Denial, Revocation, Suspension or Limitation
  • Chapter 6. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NOTARIAL ACTS
    • Certificates and Stamps
    • Requirement for Individuals Unable to Sign
    • Certificate Forms
    • Journal Requirement
  • Chapter 7. FORMS OF IDENTIFICATION AND COPY CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
    • Copy Certification Requirements
    • Forms of Identification
  • Chapter 8. USE OF COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
    • General Provisions and Definitions
    • Requirements for Notarial Acts Using Communication Technology
    • Taking an Acknowledgement When a Record is in the Possession of the Notary Public
    • Performing a Notarial Act When a Record is Not Physically Present Before the Notary Public
    • Date of Effectiveness
    • Administering Oaths to Remotely Located Individuals
    • Additional Certificate Wording
    • Retention of Audio-Visual Recordings
  • Chapter 9. ELECTRONIC NOTARIZATION
    • General Provisions and Definitions
    • Restriction Regarding Wills, Codicils and Testamentary Trusts.
    • Requirements for Electronic Notarization
  • Chapter 10. RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PERFORM A NOTARIAL ACT
    • Criteria for Refusal
  • Chapter 11. FEES FOR NOTARIAL SERVICES
    • Fees for Services
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