State Information for New Hampshire
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New Hampshire Notary Requirements and Information
New Hampshire Notary Commission Qualifications
Notary applicants must:
be at least 18 years old;
be a resident of the state of New Hampshire OR a resident of a bordering state (Maine, Massachusetts or Vermont) who has primary employment in the state of New Hampshire AND is also a registered Notary public in their state of residence;
sign a written statement under oath as to whether he/she has ever been convicted of a crime that has not been annulled by a court, other than minor traffic violations;
have an endorsement by two notaries and one registered voter of New Hampshire.
complete a Criminal Record Release Authorization Form.
How to Apply to Become a New Hampshire Notary
See detailed information including applicable fees, on the website of the New Hampshire Secretary of State: https://sos.nh.gov/administration/administration/notary-public/
Secretary of State.
Term of Office
5 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;
verification upon oath/affirmation (jurats);
acknowledgments and proofs;
witness or attest signatures;
certify or attest copies;
observe safe deposit box openings;
take depositions;
note protests.
Contact Information for the State of New Hampshire
State of New Hampshire Notary Website
https://sos.nh.gov/administration/administration/notary-public/
State of New Hampshire Notary Public Manual
https://sos.nh.gov/media/5yuhqo10/np-jp-manual-july-2018.pdf
Phone Number
(603) 271-3242
Mailing Address
Secretary of States Office
107 North Main Street, State House Room 204
Concord, NH 03301
Apostille Certification Information
Phone Number
(603) 271-3242
Further Information
https://sos.nh.gov/administration/administration/apostilles-and-certificates/
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 August 2020.
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