Registering As A Notary Public - Missouri

Registering as aNotary PublicA step-by-step guide to using the MissouriSecretary of State’s Online Notary Public System

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 2This guide is designed to help individuals navigate the Missouri Secretary of State’s online notary systemto complete an initial notary registration.This guide does not offer any legal advice. It is designed only to help an individual navigate the onlinenotary system.Please give us a call at 1-866-223-6535 or email us at commissions@sos.mo.gov if you have anyquestions about the notary registration process.Step 1Go to http://www.sos.mo.gov

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 3Step 2At the top, under businessservices, scroll over and from thedropdown menu, select the thirdoption in the menu titled,‘Notaries & Commissions.’Step 3Click on “Register.”If you are already registered, click“Log in.”

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 4Step 4Complete the registrationinformation and click “Register.”Step 5Click the “click here” link tocontinue.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 5Step 6Prior to beginning the applicationprocess, applicants must ensurethey meet the generalqualifications.If the applicant meets the generalqualifications, click “Go to Step2.”Step 7Review the Missouri Notary PublicHandbook. It can be downloadedor viewed online.This process can be abandonedand resumed at any timeWhen ready, click “Go to Step 3”.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 6Step 8Begin the Notary training courseby clicking the “Start TrainingCourse” button.NOTE: The online training courseis essentially an exam. All answerscan be found in the NotaryHandbook. In order to pass youcan only have 5 or less incorrectanswers. You are only allowed to haveone training course “inprogress” at a time. Your “in progress” trainingcourse will remain available forup to 90 days from the datethat you start.Step 9Complete the training course.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 7Step 10Once complete, the results will beshown.If a passing score was achieved,click “Go to Step 4”.If a passing scores was notachieved, follow the onscreeninstructions.Step 11Click on “New Commission”.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 8Step 12Decide if you are a resident ornon-resident applicant. A Resident Applicant issomeone who lives in Missouri. A Non-Resident Applicant issomeone who does not live inMissouri and wishes to performnotarial acts in the Missouricounty in which they work.Click “Resident Applicant” or“Non-Resident Applicant”.Step 13Complete the Application. Theinformation sections for Residentand Non-Resident are slightlydifferent.NOTE: Double check yourinformation for accuracy beforeproceeding to the next step.When complete, click the blue“Next” button.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 9Step 14Answer the qualifying questions.The questions vary significantlyfor Resident and Non-ResidentApplications. Step 14A will cover in detail theResident Application qualifyingquestions. Step 14B will cover in detail theNon-Resident Applicationqualifying questionsIf the applicant completed theonline training course from Step8, the certificate number will beautomatically loaded in this step.Once the questions are answered,click “Next”.Step 14A: Resident Applicant Qualifying QuestionsApplicants will be required to submit additional details depending on the answers to certain questions. Submission ofadditional documentation will be covered in Step 15. Those questions are highlighted below:Have you been refused a commission as a notary public or had a commission revoked?If yes, applicant must attach a separate letter indicating the reason and date for the refusal or revocation.Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty or nolo contendere to any felony – including SES and SIS?If yes, applicant must attach a list and supporting documentation of such convictions or pleas of guilt or nolocontendere.Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty or nolo contendere to any misdemeanor incompatible with the dutiesof a notary public – including SES and SIS?If yes, you must attach a list and supporting documentation of such convictions or pleas of guilt or nolo contendere.Have you completed a state-approved notary training?If the applicant completed Missouri’s online notary training detailed in Steps 8–10, that training course will beautomatically attached to your application in Step 14. If something other than the online training detailed in Steps 8–10, the applicant must attach proof of the completion of the training (certificate number of copy of certificate)

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 10Step 14B: Non-Resident Applicant Qualifying QuestionsApplicants will be required to submit additional details depending on the answers to certain questions. Submission ofadditional documentation will be covered in Step 15. Those questions are highlighted below:Are you a permanent resident alien?If yes, applicant must attach a copy of his/her Green Card to the application.Have you been refused a commission as a notary public or had a commission revoked?If yes, applicant must attach a separate letter indicating the reason and date for the refusal or revocation.Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty or nolo contendere to any felony – including SES and SIS?If yes, applicant must attach a list and supporting documentation of such convictions or pleas of guilt or nolocontendere.Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty or nolo contendere to any misdemeanor incompatible with the dutiesof a notary public – including SES and SIS?If yes, you must attach a list and supporting documentation of such convictions or pleas of guilt or nolo contendere.Have you completed a state-approved notary training?If the applicant completed Missouri’s online notary training detailed in Steps 8 – 10, that training course will beautomatically attached to your application in Step 14. If something other than the online training detailed in Steps 8– 10, the applicant must attach proof of the completion of the training (certificate number of copy of certificate)Step 15Upload any required documentsfrom Step 14.Comments can be added for eachattached document prior toclicking “Upload”.Once all required documents areuploaded, click “Continue toSignature”.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 11Step 16The applicant’s full name will bedisplayed under “Your FullName”.Read the statement and click theempty box to place a check.By checking the box, the applicantagrees to the terms outlined inthe statement and is signing theapplication.Once the box is checked, click“Proceed to Payment”.Step 17If the employer will be makingthe online payment, select “UseEmployer Information”.If the individual applicant will bemaking the online payment,select “Use Your Information”.Information will automaticallypopulate based on the selection.Once the information incomplete, Click “Pay Now”.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 12Step 18Select a payment method.There will be a convenience feeassessed if using a credit/debitcard or eCheckCredit/Debit card will be anadditional 1.25.eCheck will be and additional 0.50.Click “Check Out” to proceed.Step 19Ensure the correct billinginformation is populated into thefields.Once confirmed, click “Continue”.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 13Step 19AIf “Credit Card” was selected asthe payment method, input thecredit card details and click“Continue”.Step 19BIf “eCheck” was selected as thepayment method, input the checkand bank information.Read the terms and conditions forthe use of the eCheck option.Agree to the terms and conditionsby checking the box.Once complete, click “Continue”.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 14Step 20Review the billing and paymentinformation.Once confirmed, click “Submit”.Step 21Once the payment is processed,the applicant may review his/heraccount information.Two emails will be automaticallysent to the registered emailaddress: An invoice and, Instructions detailing nextsteps. See email details below.

Business Services Registering as a Notary Public in Missouri 15Step 21 (continued)If the application is accepted, acommission letter will be mailedto the applicant’s home address.This letter will provide details forcompleting the commissioningprocess.If the application is rejected, theletter will provide details on anydeficiencies.Step 21 (continued)If the application is accepted, areceipt for the applicationtransaction will also be emailedto the email address provided.Thank you in your interest in becoming a Missouri Notary Public.Please contact us atcommissions@sos.mo.gov or toll free at 1.866.223.6535 if you have any questions.

to complete an initial notary registration. This guide does not offer any legal advice. It is designed only to help an individual navigate the online notary system. Please give us a call at 1-866-223-6535 or email us at commissions@sos.mo.gov if you have any questions about