How to become a notary in Connecticut

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The term of a Connecticut Notary commission is five years. Each term is separate. Learn more about applying for a Notary Public commission in the Constitution State.

The cost to become a Connecticut Notary is $240. However, the total cost will depend on purchasing Notary insurance or supplies that will make your job easier.

It can take five to seven business days to become commissioned as a Connecticut Notary Public. This depends on your availability and the time the Secretary of State needs to process your application and email your Certificate of Appointment.

Wondering if you have what it takes to become a CT Notary? Read on below.

There are basic qualifications for a person to become a Notary in Connecticut. All applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Be a resident of or have a principal place of business in Connecticut
• Not have been convicted of a felony or other crime involving dishonesty or moral turpitude
• Not have had a Notary commission or professional license revoked, suspended, or restricted in Connecticut or another state
• Not have been previously engaged in notarial misconduct

Applicants must pass the exam included in the online Notary Public application form. All questions must be answered correctly to pass.

You can prepare for the exam by reviewing the Notary Public Manual.

Complete a Jurat and Writing Sample in your own handwriting. The Jurat must be subscribed and sworn to before a person authorized to administer an oath.

Print out the Certificate of Character and ask a public official, or a professional person unrelated to you and have personally known you for at least a year, to complete the form.

Register for an account on the eLicense website to complete the application. Submit your application and Jurat and Writing Sample, and pay the $120 filing fee online.

The Certificate of Appointment will be emailed to you within three to five business days.

Within 30 days of receiving your certificate, file the certificate and take your oath of office at the clerk of the town, in which you reside. The recording fee is $10.

You may record your certificate with other town clerks if you choose. The fee is $10 for each filing.

Below are answers to the most common questions about being a Connecticut Notary.

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Last updated: Apr 21, 2025

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