Oklahoma

Oklahoma Flag

How to become a Notary in Oklahoma

 

The process for becoming a signing agent varies from state to state. Each state sets its own notarial rules, seal and record book requirements, state-approved educational courses, duties, procedures and length of term.

A potential notary public in Oklahoma who is seeking to acquire his or her notary commission is initially required to file an application with the Office of the Secretary of State. In order to do this, the applicant for the position of notary public in Oklahoma must meet a number of specific qualifications set by the state.

Furthermore, an applicant for the position of notary public in Oklahoma must pay an application or commissioning fee to the commissioning authority and take an oath of office. Depending on the state, the oath of office may be incorporated into the application to be filed with the county clerk or another local official.

Please note that a potential notary public in Oklahoma who is seeking to attain their notary commission may be required to take additional steps to acquire their commission, such as taking a state-approved educational course, passing an examination or obtaining a notary bond. As mentioned previously, the requirements vary from state to state and are subject to amendments and changes.

Once the Secretary of State has reviewed the application, if all the requirements have been met, the applicant for position of notary public in Oklahoma is issued his or her notary commission. After this commission is issued it is filed by the county clerk for the state of Oklahoma.

For constantly-updated information on becoming a notary public in Oklahoma, please contact the Oklahoma Office of the Secretary of State. The page of the Secretary of State is a great place to start researching the specific requirements set by the state of Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Signing Agent Links

Notary Public in Oklahoma – Secretary of State

Notary Public in Oklahoma – National Notary Association

Notary Public in Oklahoma: Quick Facts

 Term: Four years
 Requirement: Vary; however, generally, these state that one must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Be a citizen of the US
  • Be a legal resident of Oklahoma or hold employment there
 Classes: Not required
 Exam: Not required
 Bond: $1,000
 Journal: Not required
 Seal: Embossing or ink
 Fee: $25.00
 Comment: Journals are not required for people who hold the office of notary public in the state of Oklahoma, but they are recommended by the state