How to Become a Notary in Missouri
Learn about Missouri notary requirements, commission process, fees, and more. Prepare with AI-powered supplementary training, adaptive quizzes, and a 24/7 AI tutor scoped to Missouri law.
Missouri requires notary applicants to complete a mandatory training course of at least 3 hours (or pass an exam) as outlined in RSMo § 486.225. Notary Mentor is supplementary only and does not satisfy the state-mandated education or examination requirement.
Missouri Notary Requirements at a Glance
Key facts about notary commissions in Missouri.
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Journal Requirements
Missouri law (RSMo § 486.710) requires every notary to maintain a journal of notarial acts. Each entry must include the date and time of the act, type of act, description of the document or proceeding...
Fees & Seals
Missouri notary fees are capped at $5.00 per notarial act (RSMo § 486.685). The official stamp must include the notary's name, 'Notary Public,' 'State of Missouri,' the commission expiration date, and...
Key Topics Covered for Missouri
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Acknowledgments
Under RSMo § 486.600 et seq. (Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts), a Missouri notary taking an acknowledgment must determine from personal knowledge or satisfactory evidence that...
Journals & Records
Missouri law (RSMo § 486.710) requires every notary to maintain a journal of notarial acts. Each entry must include the date and time of the act, type of act, description of the do...
Identity Verification
Missouri notaries must verify identity through personal knowledge or satisfactory evidence, which includes a passport, driver's license, or government-issued identification bearing...
RON Specifics
Missouri enacted RON legislation effective August 28, 2020 (RSMo § 486.900 et seq.). Notaries must register with the Secretary of State as electronic notaries. Audio-video communic...
Prohibited Acts
Missouri notaries may not notarize their own signature (RSMo § 486.705), act when they have a disqualifying financial or beneficial interest, notarize without the signer's personal...
Fees & Seals
Missouri notary fees are capped at $5.00 per notarial act (RSMo § 486.685). The official stamp must include the notary's name, 'Notary Public,' 'State of Missouri,' the commission ...
Common Pitfalls to Avoid in Missouri
Mistakes that Missouri notaries frequently make — and how to avoid them.
Failing to maintain the required notarial journal for every act.
Not including the commission number on the notary stamp.
Exceeding the $5.00 statutory fee cap per notarial act.
Performing RON without registering as an electronic notary with the Secretary of State.
Notarizing a document in which the notary has a personal financial interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about becoming a notary in Missouri.
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