Michigan - Notary Requirements


To apply for a Michigan Notary Commission you must:
  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Be a Michigan resident or maintain a place of business in Michigan
  • Be a US citizen or possess proof of legal presence.
  • Be a resident of the county (or maintain a principle place of Business) in which you request appointment.
  • Read and write in the English Language.
  • Be free of any felony convictions, misdemeanor convictions or violations as specified.
  • Have filed with the appropriate county clerk a proper surety bond in the amount of $10,000 and taken the oath of office as prescribed the constitution.
  • Sign a declaration that all information on the application is correct, that you have read and understand the laws, and that you will perform all notarial acts faithfully.
  • Not be imprisoned in any state, county or federal correctional facility.
Michigan Notary Public Act (PA 238 of 2003) Effective date April 1, 2004
 

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