How to Become a Notary Public in Mississippi

Notaries act as witness and certify that documents are authentic.

A notary public in Mississippi acts as a witness to documents, certifying that documents are authentic; most people need something notarized at least once or twice in their lifetime. Becoming a notary public can add value to an existing job or provide you with a source of supplemental income. Many companies pay the fees for their employees to become a notary, but you can take the certification with you if you leave that job.

Instructions

1. Understand the eligibility requirements. A resident must live in Mississippi at least 30 days before submitting an application. He must be 18 years old or older, and must not have been convicted of a felony.

2. Call the National Notary Association at 1-800-876-6827 to request a Complete Notary Supply Packet. Alternately, you can order this packet online at nationalnotary.org.

3. Submit the fee, which in 2010 was $25 for a four-year term, and your application to the Secretary of State:

   Mississippi Secretary of State Office
   Post Office Box 1020
   Jackson, Mississippi 39215-1020

4. The state of Mississippi will send you precommission documentation, which you then send to the National Notary Association for the final certification:

   National Notary Association
   P.O. Box 541032
   Los Angeles, California 90054-1032

5. Expect to receive your Notary Bond within a few weeks.

6. Complete the process by sending your Notary Bond to the Secretary of State in Mississippi, as directed in the package:

   Office of Secretary of State
   Notary Division
   P.O. Box 136
   Jackson, Mississippi 39205-0136
   1-601-359-1615

References

• National Notary Association: Become a Mississippi Notary