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Key Facts: West Virginia Notary Exam

5 years

West Virginia notary commission term

WV Secretary of State Notary Handbook

$52.00

Statutory application fee for a WV notary commission

WV Secretary of State

$0

Surety bond required (West Virginia requires no bond)

WV Secretary of State Notary Handbook

$10.00

Maximum fee per signature notarized in West Virginia

W. Va. Code 39-4-30

June 2021

Remote online notarization (RON) authorized in West Virginia

WV Secretary of State

No exam

West Virginia mandates no statewide notary examination

WV Secretary of State Notary Handbook

West Virginia notaries are commissioned by the Secretary of State for a five-year term, with a $52 application fee and no surety bond required. The maximum fee for notarizing each signature is $10.00 under W. Va. Code 39-4-30, and no statewide notary exam is mandated. Remote Online Notarization has been authorized since June 2021, requiring electronic-notary registration and five-year retention of audiovisual recordings.

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1Which official commissions notaries public in West Virginia?
A.The West Virginia Secretary of State
B.The county clerk of the circuit court
C.The Governor of West Virginia
D.The chief judge of the county probate court
Explanation: Under W. Va. Code Chapter 39, Article 4 (the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts), a notary public is a public officer commissioned by the Secretary of State. Applications and fees are submitted to the Secretary of State's Office, which issues the commission letter.
2How long is a West Virginia notary public commission valid?
A.Four years
B.Five years
C.Seven years
D.Ten years
Explanation: West Virginia notary commissions are valid for a five-year period, per the Secretary of State's Notary Handbook. Renewals are not automatic; a new application must be filed for each appointment.
3Does West Virginia require an applicant to pass a written notary examination before being commissioned?
A.Yes, a state-administered written exam is mandatory
B.Yes, but only for electronic notaries
C.No, West Virginia does not require a notary exam
D.Only applicants under age 21 must take an exam
Explanation: West Virginia does not require a notary public to pass any written examination. An applicant completes an application attesting to the qualifications and pays the statutory fee; there is no mandatory state exam.
4What is the statutory filing fee to apply for a West Virginia notary public commission?
A.$10.00
B.$25.00
C.$100.00
D.$52.00
Explanation: Completed applications must be submitted with the statutory $52.00 fee to the Secretary of State's Office. Applicants may voluntarily pay an additional charge for expedited service.
5What is the minimum age to become a notary public in West Virginia?
A.18 years old
B.16 years old
C.21 years old
D.25 years old
Explanation: A West Virginia notary applicant must be at least eighteen (18) years old, as attested on the application under the Secretary of State's qualification requirements.
6Is a surety bond required to become a notary public in West Virginia?
A.Yes, a $1,000 surety bond is required
B.No, no surety bond is required
C.Yes, a $5,000 surety bond is required
D.Yes, a $10,000 surety bond is required
Explanation: No surety bond is needed to become a notary public in West Virginia. The former $1,000 bond requirement was eliminated; notaries may still voluntarily purchase errors-and-omissions (E&O) insurance for their own protection.
7What is the maximum fee a West Virginia notary may charge for notarizing each signature?
A.$2.00
B.$5.00
C.$10.00
D.There is no statutory limit
Explanation: Under W. Va. Code § 39-4-30, the maximum fee for notarization of each signature and its proper recordation is $10.00 for each signature notarized. A notary may charge less but not more.
8Does West Virginia law require a notary public to keep a journal or record book of notarial acts?
A.Yes, a bound paper journal is mandatory
B.Yes, but only for electronic acts
C.No, journals are prohibited
D.No, a journal is not required but is strongly advised
Explanation: West Virginia does not require a notary to keep a journal. The Secretary of State's Handbook strongly advises keeping a record book because it documents the notary's personal knowledge of how a notarization was performed.
9Which words must appear on a West Virginia notary's official seal (stamp)?
A."Official Seal," "Notary Public," and "State of West Virginia"
B."Notary Seal" and "USA" only
C."Sworn Officer" and the county name
D."Commonwealth of West Virginia" and "Apostille"
Explanation: A West Virginia notary stamp must include the words "Official Seal," "Notary Public," and "State of West Virginia," plus the notary's name, address, and commission expiration date. It must have a border and be no larger than 1" x 2.5".
10What is the maximum permitted size of a West Virginia notary's official seal impression?
A.2" x 3"
B.1" x 2.5"
C.1.5" x 4"
D.There is no size limit
Explanation: The West Virginia notary stamp must have a border and be no larger than 1 inch by 2.5 inches, per the Secretary of State's seal requirements.

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