State Information for Georgia

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Georgia Notary Requirements and Information

Georgia Notary Commission Qualifications
Notary applicants must:
• be at least 18 years old;
• be a citizen or a legal resident of the U.S.;
• be able to read and write English;
• have an operating phone number (must provide phone number at time of application);
• be a legal resident in the county in which he/she is applying. (A non-resident of a bordering state may apply in the county in which he/she is regularly employed in.)

How to Apply to Become a Georgia Notary
See detailed information including applicable fees, on the website of the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority: https://www.gsccca.org/notary-and-apostilles/notaries/general-notary-information

Appointing Officer
Superior Court Clerk in the county of the applicant’s residence or place or employment (if applicable).

Term of Office
4 Year Term

Notary Education and/or Exam Requirement
Not required.

Notary Bond Requirement
Not required.

Notary Recordbook (Journal) Requirement
Not required.

Notary Seal Requirement
Ink stamp or embossing seal required, paper notarial acts.

Authorized Duties
• Oaths/affirmations, including witnessing affidavits and taking verifications;
• acknowledgments;
• witness or attest signatures;
• certify copies.

Change of Name, Address or Eligibility Status
See detailed information on the website of the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority: https://www.gsccca.org/file/notary-forms


Contact Information for the State of Georgia

State of Georgia Notary Website
https://www.gsccca.org/notary-and-apostilles/notaries

State of Georgia Notary Law
https://www.gsccca.org/notary-and-apostilles/notaries/georgia-notary-law

State of Georgia Online Notary Search
https://search.gsccca.org/notary/search.asp

Phone Number
(404) 327-6023 or toll-free (800) 304-5174

Mailing Address
Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority
1875 Century Blvd, Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30345


Apostille Certification Information

Phone Number
(404) 327-6023

Further Information
https://www.gsccca.org/notary-and-apostilles



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