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Become a Rhode Island notary public with Notary Rotary, Inc.

Qualifications:

To become a Rhode Island notary public an individual must meet one or more of the following criteria:

• Be a resident and registered voter in the State of Rhode Island, or
• Be a member of the Rhode Island bar association

Term of Appointment:

A Rhode Island notary public commission is valid for a period of four (4) years, unless resigned or revoked sooner.

Step 1: Download and complete the Rhode Island notary public application

Rhode Island Notary Public Application

Complete the application according to the provided instructions. If you are not a member of the Rhode Island bar you will need to have your application signed by a member or staff of the board of canvassers to certify that you are in fact a registered voter. The certificate of engagement on commission must be completed and signed by a commissioned notary public or justice of the peace. The Find a Notary feature from Notary Rotary, Inc. can be helpful in locating a notary in your area to help process your application.  This utility can be found here: Find a Notary 

Simply enter your ZIP code and search for a notary in your area to assist in completing the application. When you have completed the application you will need to mail it and the filing fee to the Office of the Secretary of State. Pursuant to state law, the filing fee is $80.00. Checks must be made payable to the Secretary of State. Return the application and filing to the Office of the Secretary of State at the following address:

Office of the Secretary of State
Corporations Division
Notary Public Section
148 W. River Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02904-2615

If the notary public section approves your application you will receive your Notary Commission in the mail in approximately three (3) weeks. Your term will expire four (4) years from the date of commission. A renewal form will be mailed to you at the address listed, so please contact this office if you change your address.

Step 2: Order any supplies you may need from Notary Rotary, Inc.

Although Rhode Island does not require notaries to put seals on documents, it is generally prudent for a Notary Public to do so. Some other states require notaries to use a seal, as do certain corporations or government agencies. Since a Notary Public will not always know how or where an instrument he or she is notarizing is to be used, it is safest to always use a seal. The same applies to a journal or record book of notarial acts. There is no state requirement, but it is a good idea. A journal or record book is a good way to provide proof if one of your official acts is ever called into question. The modern journal of notarial events by Notary Rotary, Inc. is an excellent journal designed specifically for notaries public.

To view all products offerend to Rhode Island notaries public use the following link to access the online store: Rhode Island Notary Supplies.  Choose Rhode Island from the menu, and enter the store to purchase your Rhode Island notary stamp, Modern Journal of Notarial Events, and any other supplies you may need. To order, enter the required information, scroll down through the page to locate and select the desired products, and follow the instructions through checkout.