A Guide: How To Become Online Notary In NY

KEY TAKEAWAYS 

• New law S1780C replaces temporary COVID RON rules in New York
• Residents can easily get documents notarized online with NotaryLive now
• New York notaries can take advantage of providing online notarizations

If you are a notary public in the state of New York, and looking to expand on your notary services, there is a great opportunity. to become a New York online notary. 

1. Steps To Becoming An Online Notary In New York 

The following will be a guide on how to become an online notary in NY.

Complete the pre-requirements 

Before applying to become an online notary, make sure you have the following:

1. Currently possess active traditional notary public commission in New York
2. Contract with a remote online notary platform that meets state requirements (NotaryLive)
3. Fill out and complete the application while paying a $60 application fee to the Secretary of State
4. Make sure you have purchased your required Notary Journal
5. Must be at least 18 years old
6. Have a good moral character
7. Must reside within the state or have a business in New York
8. Have “common school education”
9. Must have citizenship or be a legal resident within the U.S.
10. Must not have a criminal record unless Secretary of State finds the crime doesn't keep you from the commission
11. Must have the following technology:
    • Computer
    • Webcam
    • Microphone
    • Secure Internet
    • Remote online notarization vendor (NotaryLive)
    • Electronic stamp
    • Digital certificate
    • Journal

Application Process 

If you haven't had a previous commission: 

• Pay the application fee of $60 and fill out an application
• Pay $15 for the written exam (The exam is 1 hour, closed-book, and proctored)
• Understand Notary Public License Law 
• Have the following seal:
  • Your name as it appears on your application
  • Words “Notary Public for the State of New York”
  • County you were qualified in (optional)
  • Commission expiration (optional)
  • Words “Certificate filed . . . County” (optional)

If your commission expired in New York: 

• You can begin the renewal process 90 days before the commission expires
• Complete the application and submit fees to SOS (Secretary of State)

2. Become An Online Notary With NotaryLive

Once you have been commissioned as an online notary in the state of New York, be sure to visit NotaryLive.com to learn more about how you can start notarizing documents online from the comfort of your home or office.

There are many benefits to remote online notarization when it comes to your career! 

3. How NotaryLive Works 

Using NotaryLive is as simple as 4 steps: 

Click the button below to get started.

Notarize Online! 

As the saying goes, “If you can make it here, you can make it anywhere” and remote online notarization has made it for good in the Empire State.
 

FAQ For RON New York 

• How long does it take to become a notary in NY?
  • 4 to 6 weeks.
• If I reside in another state other than New York but still work in NY, can I still become a commissioned New York notary?
  • Yes. If you have work or an office in New York you can become a traditional New York notary.

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