Free Oregon Notary Exam Prep
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Complete FREE Notary Basics CourseYou are here
Take the mandatory Notary Basics course from Oregon SOS (free in-person, live webinar, or self-paced online). Required for all applicants, and since January 2025 for renewing notaries too.
Study Oregon Notary Public Guide
Review the official Oregon Notary Public Guide - the open-book exam is based on the Guide, webinars, and tutorials.
Pass the Notary Exam
Take the open-book exam (20 questions; miss no more than 4). You may retake it as many times as needed to pass.
Submit Application & Get Supplies
Pay $40 application fee, submit online via Oregon SOS, and purchase your notary stamp after receiving commission.
Can You Take the Oregon Notary Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Must be Oregon resident OR have place of employment/practice in Oregon
- •Must be able to read and write English
- •Training must be completed within 6 months before applying
- •Exam required for both new and renewing notaries
- •No surety bond required
- •Training offered FREE through Oregon SOS (in-person, live webinar, or self-paced online)
- •May also use approved certified education providers (for a fee)
- •Must purchase official notary stamp after commissioning
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What You'll Study
7 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction to the Oregon Notary Public Exam
2 sections
Chapter 1: Qualifications & Procedures
3 sections
Chapter 2: Notarial Acts
4 sections
Chapter 3: Identification Requirements
3 sections
Chapter 4: Fees, Journal & Seal Requirements
4 sections
Chapter 5: Prohibited Acts & Misconduct
4 sections
Chapter 6: Remote Online Notarization (RON)
5 sections
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Oregon Notary Exam Details
Oregon Notary Public
Administered by Oregon Secretary of State
What's Included
7 Chapters
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What's Next After the Oregon Notary?
After passing the Oregon Notary, you can pursue these career paths
Loan Signing Agent
Handle real estate loan document signings (separate private certification)
OR Real Estate
Combine with real estate license
Mobile Notary
Serve Portland/Eugene/Salem metro areas
Remote Online Notary (RON)
Perform video notarizations (additional requirements)
Oregon Notary Exam FAQ
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