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State Information for Georgia
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Georgia Notary Requirements and Information
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Georgia Notary Commission Qualifications
Notary applicants must:
• be at least 18 years old;
• be a citizen of the United States or a legal resident of the United States;
• be a legal resident of the county in which he or she is applying, or a resident of a state bordering Georgia if the person is regularly employed in Georgia;
• have and provide a working telephone number; and
• be able to read and write English.
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: http://www.gsccca.org/projects/npapp.asp
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
Georgia Notary Seal Requirement
Ink Stamp or Embossing Seal Required
Notary Education and/or Exam Requirement
Not Required
Notary Bond Requirement
Not Required
Notary Recordbook (Journal) Requirement
Not Required
Authorized Duties
• take acknowledgments;
• administer oaths and affirmations;
• certify copies;
• witness or attest the signing of deeds or other written instruments; and
• witness affidavits and take verifications on oath or affirmation (jurats).
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 Notary Website
https://www.gsccca.org/notary-and-apostilles/notaries/general-notary-information
Georgia Notary Online Search
http://search.gsccca.org/notary/search.asp
Phone Number
(404) 327-6023
Mailing Address
GSCCCA/Notary Division
1875 Century Boulevard
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30345
Apostille Certification Information
Phone Number
(404) 327-6023
(800) 304-5175
Further Information
https://www.gsccca.org/notary-and-apostilles/apostilles/general-apostille-information
Information on this page is provided with the understanding that the user is solely responsible for his/her knowledge of notarial law, procedures and practices. The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. All information is subject to change without notice and therefore is provided “as is,” free of warranty of any kind. Last updated May 2019.
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