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Key Facts: Delaware Notary Exam

2 years

Initial Delaware notary commission term (29 Del. C. § 4307)

Delaware Code Title 29, § 4307 (checked 2026-10-19)

$60 / $90

Nonrefundable application fee for a 2-year / 4-year commission

Delaware Secretary of State Notary Fee Information; 29 Del. C. § 4307(a) (checked 2026-10-19)

$0

Surety bond required for Delaware notaries (none)

Delaware Notary Public FAQ (notary.delaware.gov) (checked 2026-10-19)

$5 / $25

Maximum fee per notarial act for tangible / electronic records (§ 4311)

Delaware Code Title 29, § 4311 (checked 2026-10-19)

10 years

Required retention of the notary journal and remote-act recordings (§§ 4332, 4320)

Delaware Code Title 29, §§ 4320, 4332 (checked 2026-10-19)

Aug 1, 2023

Effective date Delaware authorized remote/electronic notarization and mandatory journals

83 Del. Laws, c. 425; 29 Del. C. § 4340 (checked 2026-10-19)

Delaware notaries are commissioned by the Governor through the Secretary of State for an initial 2-year term (renewable for 2 or 4 years). There is no notary exam and no surety bond requirement; the application fee is $60 for a 2-year term and $90 for a 4-year renewal. Maximum notarial fees are $5 per act for tangible records and $25 for electronic records, and since August 1, 2023 every notary must keep a journal (retained 10 years) and may perform remote online notarizations while physically located in Delaware.

Sample Delaware Notary Practice Questions

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1Which Delaware official issues a commission as a notary public?
A.The Governor, whose duties are delegated to and administered by the Secretary of State
B.The Lieutenant Governor
C.The county Clerk of the Peace in each county
D.The Court of Chancery
Explanation: Under 29 Del. C. § 4301(a), an individual applies to the Governor for a notary commission, and the Governor may delegate those duties to the Secretary of State. In practice the Secretary of State's Notary Public Section administers applications, while the commission is formally signed by the Governor (§ 4313).
2What is the term of an individual's INITIAL Delaware notary public commission?
A.1 year
B.5 years
C.4 years
D.2 years
Explanation: Under 29 Del. C. § 4307(a), an individual is initially commissioned as a notary public for a term of 2 years. Only on renewal may a notary request either a 2-year or a 4-year reappointment.
3When a Delaware notary renews a commission, which term lengths may the notary request?
A.Only a 2-year term
B.Only a 4-year term
C.Either a 4-year or a 6-year term
D.Either a 2-year or a 4-year term
Explanation: Under 29 Del. C. § 4307(a), a notary who wishes to renew may request either a 2-year reappointment or a 4-year reappointment. The fee differs: $60 for a 2-year term and $90 for a 4-year term.
4Does Delaware require a person to pass a written notary examination before being commissioned?
A.Yes, a state exam administered by the Secretary of State is required
B.Yes, a proctored exam at a county courthouse is required
C.Yes, but only for notaries who perform remote notarizations
D.No, Delaware does not require a notary exam
Explanation: Delaware does not require a written notary examination. The state's notary office confirms that training is not required, and 29 Del. C. Chapter 43 imposes no testing requirement; an applicant simply must meet the qualifications in § 4301(b) and submit an application and oath.
5Is a surety bond required to become a Delaware notary public?
A.Yes, a $5,000 surety bond is required
B.Yes, a $10,000 surety bond is required
C.Yes, a $25,000 surety bond is required
D.No, Delaware notaries are not required to be bonded
Explanation: Delaware does NOT require a notary public to obtain a surety bond. The Secretary of State's office expressly states that Delaware notaries are not required to be bonded, and Chapter 43 contains no bonding requirement.
6What is the minimum age to be commissioned as a notary public in Delaware?
A.18 years old
B.16 years old
C.19 years old
D.21 years old
Explanation: Under 29 Del. C. § 4301(b)(1), an applicant must be at least 18 years of age to be commissioned as a Delaware notary public.
7Can a person who lives outside Delaware (a nonresident) become a Delaware notary public?
A.No, only Delaware residents may be commissioned
B.Yes, any U.S. resident may apply regardless of any Delaware connection
C.Yes, if the nonresident maintains a place of employment or practice in Delaware
D.Yes, but only residents of states bordering Delaware
Explanation: Under 29 Del. C. § 4301(b)(3) and (c), a nonresident may be commissioned if the individual maintains a place of employment or practice in Delaware and provides a Delaware street address where service of process can be made. A P.O. box, virtual office, or registered agent does not qualify.
8For a nonresident applicant, which Delaware address is acceptable to establish eligibility?
A.A Delaware post office box
B.A Delaware registered agent's address
C.A Delaware street address of the applicant's actual place of employment or practice
D.A virtual office space in Delaware
Explanation: A nonresident must provide the street address of an actual Delaware place of employment or practice that can accept service of process during normal business hours. The Secretary of State expressly states that a P.O. box, virtual office, or registered agent does NOT qualify.
9What is the application fee for a new Delaware traditional notary commission (a 2-year term)?
A.$30
B.$90
C.$60
D.$120
Explanation: Under 29 Del. C. § 4307(a), the nonrefundable application fee is $60 for a 2-year term. A new traditional commission is issued for a 2-year term, so the new-application fee is $60.
10What is the nonrefundable application fee for a Delaware notary 4-year RENEWAL term?
A.$60
B.$75
C.$100
D.$90
Explanation: Under 29 Del. C. § 4307(a), the fee is $90 for a 4-year term. A 2-year renewal costs $60, while a 4-year renewal costs $90.

About the Delaware Notary Exam

The Delaware Notary Public commission authorizes you to perform notarial acts within Delaware under Title 29, Chapter 43 of the Delaware Code. Delaware does not require a written exam, training course, or surety bond — but every notary must master the state's notarial-act, identification, journal, seal, and remote-notarization rules. This free practice test covers the law a prospective Delaware notary needs to know.

Exam sponsor: Delaware Secretary of State, Notary Public Section. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Question count not published by the exam provider

Time Limit

No state exam; practice quizzes are self-paced

Passing Score

No official passing score (Delaware requires no notary exam); aim for 85%+ on this practice test before applying

Exam / Certification Fees

$60 nonrefundable application fee for a new 2-year commission ($90 for a 4-year renewal); no surety bond required

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Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

20%

Qualifications & Commissioning

Eligibility requirements, the 2-year initial term, application fees, oath of office, nonresident rules, and the Governor's and Secretary of State's roles under §§ 4301-4313.

22%

Notarial Acts & Identification

Authorized acts (acknowledgments, oaths, jurats, signature witnessing, copy certification, protests), personal appearance, and acceptable identification under §§ 4316-4322.

20%

Certificates, Seal & Journal

Certificate and short-form requirements, official stamp elements, and the mandatory journal with 10-year retention under §§ 4328-4332.

13%

Fees, Bond & Liability

The $5 tangible and $25 electronic fee caps, no-bond rule, veterans' fee exemption, and penalties for overcharging under §§ 4311-4312.

13%

Remote & Electronic Notarization

RON and electronic notarization since August 1, 2023, identity proofing, audio-visual recording, and Secretary of State notification under §§ 4320, 4333.

12%

Prohibited Acts, UPL & Discipline

Unauthorized practice of law, immigration and 'notario' restrictions, conflicts of interest, and revocation grounds under §§ 4334-4337.

Preparing for the Delaware Notary Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: No official passing score (Delaware requires no notary exam); aim for 85%+ on this practice test before applying
  • Assessment: Question count not published by the exam provider
  • Time limit: No state exam; practice quizzes are self-paced
  • Exam / certification fees: $60 nonrefundable application fee for a new 2-year commission ($90 for a 4-year renewal); no surety bond required Official sources

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Delaware Notary: Suggested Study Strategy

1Read Title 29, Chapter 43 of the Delaware Code, especially Subchapter II (the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts) adopted effective August 1, 2023.
2Memorize the core numbers: 2-year term, $60/$90 fees, $5/$25 fee caps, and 10-year journal and recording retention.
3Learn the difference between an acknowledgment (signer affirms they signed) and a jurat/verification (signer swears the contents are true) — a frequent test point.
4Study the identification rules in § 4321 and the personal-appearance requirement in § 4319, including the remote-notarization exception in § 4320.
5Review prohibited acts in § 4336 (no legal advice, no immigration consulting, no 'notario publico') and the conflict-of-interest bar in § 4317.
6Use the official Delaware Notary FAQ and journal-requirements pages to confirm current rules, since Delaware does not publish a state exam blueprint.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a notary exam in Delaware?

No. Delaware does not require a written notary examination or a training course. You apply through the Secretary of State, meet the eligibility requirements, and take the oath of office. This practice test helps you learn Delaware notary law so you can notarize correctly and avoid liability.

How long is a Delaware notary commission, and what does it cost?

An initial Delaware notary commission lasts 2 years. The nonrefundable application fee is $60 for a 2-year term; renewals can be 2 years ($60) or 4 years ($90). No surety bond is required.

Does Delaware require a surety bond for notaries?

No. Delaware notaries public are not required to be bonded. Many notaries still choose to carry errors-and-omissions insurance for personal protection, but it is optional and not a state requirement.

How much can a Delaware notary charge per notarial act?

Under 29 Del. C. § 4311, the maximum fee is $5 for a notarial act on a tangible (paper) record and $25 for an act on an electronic record. A notary may always charge less or waive the fee, and qualifying veterans' documents must be notarized for free.

Does Delaware require a notary journal?

Yes. Effective August 1, 2023, every commissioned Delaware notary must maintain a journal (one paper bound register or one tamper-evident electronic journal) and retain it for 10 years after the last recorded act.

Can Delaware notaries perform remote online notarizations?

Yes. Since August 1, 2023, Delaware notaries may perform remote online and electronic notarizations after notifying the Secretary of State and using approved technology. The notary must be physically located in Delaware, must use at least two types of identity proofing for remote signers, and must keep an audio-visual recording for at least 10 years.