QUESTION AND ANSWERS 2023-2024.
What is the minimum score for passing the NC Notary Public
Exam? - CORRECT ANSWER >>80%
Within how many days of the Notary commission issue date
should the oath be taken? - CORRECT ANSWER >>45 days
Where does one take the oath? - CORRECT ANSWER
>>Register of Deeds office
How soon can you begin the renewal process prior to the date
your commission expires? - CORRECT ANSWER >>10 weeks
How long does a North Carolina Notary commission last? (what is
the length of the term?) - CORRECT ANSWER >>5 years
What is the state commission fee for being a notary public? -
CORRECT ANSWER >>$50
How long does it take to process the application? - CORRECT
ANSWER >>2 weeks
, What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary? -
CORRECT ANSWER >>18 years old
What are the residency requirements to become a notary in NC? -
CORRECT ANSWER >>Either reside in the state (or) regularly
conduct business in NC
What are the language requirements to become a notary in NC? -
CORRECT ANSWER >>Must be able to read, write, and speak
English.
What are the educational requirements to become a notary in
NC? - CORRECT ANSWER >>Must have a high school diploma
or equivalent, (and) keep the most recent Notary manual
approved by the NC Secretary of State
What are the criminal restrictions to become a notary in NC? -
CORRECT ANSWER >>Those convicted of a felony under NC or
federal law, or those convicted of a felony in another state that is
also a felony in NC may not become an NC notary public.