How to Become a Notary in New Hampshire 2026 | No Exam + No Bond Required (Easiest State!)
Feb 8, 2026
New Hampshire is one of the EASIEST states to become a notary β no exam AND no surety bond required! Here's your complete step-by-step guide for 2026.
π Key Facts & Stats:
β’ No exam required β just submit your application
β’ No surety bond required β zero bonding costs!
β’ 5-year commission term
β’ Appointed by the Governor and Executive Council
β’ Application fee: $75 (Secretary of State)
β’ Must be a New Hampshire resident
β’ No mandatory education or training
β’ Remote Online Notarization (RON) authorized
β’ Maximum fee: $10 per notarial act
π Steps to Become a NH Notary:
1. Meet eligibility (18+, New Hampshire resident, US citizen)
2. Complete the application from the Secretary of State's office
3. Submit application with $75 fee
4. Background review by Secretary of State
5. Appointment by Governor and Executive Council
6. Take the oath of office
7. Record your commission
8. Purchase notary stamp/seal and journal
π Why New Hampshire Is the Easiest:
β’ No exam = no study time needed
β’ No bond = $0 in bonding costs (saves $50-200/year vs. other states)
β’ Simple application = can be done in one sitting
β’ 5-year commission = long term before renewal
β’ RON authorized = earn money remotely
β’ No mandatory education = start the process immediately
β’ Total startup cost: ~$75-125 (application + supplies only)
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π Recommended Notary Resources:
β’ The Complete How-To Guide for Notaries (NNA): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1597672386?tag=openexamprep-20
β’ Notary Public Logbook (Peter Pauper Press): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1441317325?tag=openexamprep-20
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β±οΈ Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:05 - Key Facts & Stats
0:55 - Content Breakdown
1:45 - Hardest Topics
2:29 - Study Strategy & Next Steps
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