NOTARY FAQ's
Q - What do we need to become a Notary?
A -
- Complete an application for Michigan Notary Public Commission and complete. [Per Michigan Department of State Office of the Great Seal "Your Commissioned Name may differ from your full name. It should match the name you will use on Notarized Documents."]
- File a $10,000.00 Surety Bond with the County Clerks Office where you reside unless
you are not a Resident of Michigan; in that event you must file in the County where
you will do business. You may obtain a Surety Bond by checking the telephone book
for bonding agencies or insurance companies.
- You will be given the Oath of Office by a Deputy County Clerk; you must swear or
affirm to its contents and you must sign the application the way you will sign documents
you will notarize.
- Pay the $15.00 Fee (Cash or Money Order-payable to Wayne County Clerk).
You will receive a receipt and your application, which you will send to the Office of the Great Seal (within 90 days).
- Mail your completed application to:
Michigan Department of State
Office of the Great Seal
7064 Crowner Blvd.
Lansing, Michigan 48918-1750
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You MUST enclose a $10.00 check or money order, payable to:
The State of Michigan [do not send cash].
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If your application is approved, your notary commission will be mailed directly to you at the address you provide on your application.
Q - How long is a Notary Public Commission?
A - Notary Public Commissions expire six [6] years from your next birthday at the time of commission issuance.
Q - What if I changed my name or address?
A - All changes of name and/or address must be reported to the Office of the Great Seal on the Notary Public Request for Duplicate/notice of change form, available at http://www.michigan.gov/sos.
Q - How do I get a stamp and/or seal?
A - Contact your local office supply store or printing shop for information on purchasing these items. Use of these items is not required in the State of Michigan.
County Clerk Fax Line
Notary Services...
Office Locations
Cathy M. Garrett
Clerk of Wayne County
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Avenue
2nd floor, Room 201
Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 224-6262
(313) 224-6771
Monday - Friday
8:00 am- 4:30 pm