To be eligible for appointment, a person must:
1). Be a California resident at the time of appointment (unless appointed to serve on a military or naval reservation);
2). Be at least 18 years of age;
3). Complete a course of study approved by the California Secretary of State;
(We have Notary Classes on our site both live and online classes available)
4). Pass a written, proctored, closed-book examination; and
5). Pass a background check.
A disqualifying crime is any felony.
If you meet the requirements above. Take Our 6-hour course on How to Become a Notary Public in California. It is available live and online.