HOW CAN I BECOME A NOTARY?
- Visit the Secretary of State’s website to complete an application. A $10.00 fee to the Secretary of State’s Office is required.
- Once approved, the SOS office will notify you that a “Certificate of Appointment” is available at the County Clerk’s office. You have thirty (30) days from notification to complete your Notary Public appointment.
- After receiving your e-mail notification you will complete your appointment at the Kenton County Government Center, 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 1101, Covington, KY
- Office days and hours for Notary Public processing are Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Bring a current government issued ID and $1,000 insurance bond (KRS 423.390(4)
- The surety bond for $1,000.00 must be from an approved insurance company. Check with an insurance agency to request notary bond information.
- Filing Fees: $19.00 recording fee ($10.00 for recording the bond, $4.00 for taking/preparing the bond, and $5.00 for administering the oath. KRS 64.012)
- Notary Public commissions are valid for four (4) years and is governed by KRS 423.010.
Who can be a notary? The following requirements must be met:
- Must be eighteen (18) years or older
- Be a citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States
- Be a resident of or have a place of employment or practice in the county within this Commonwealth where the application is made;
- Be able to read and write English;
- Not be disqualified to receive a commission under KRS 423.395;
Need to change your name? You must apply with the Secretary of State’s Office. You can contact the Secretary of State’s Office at (502) 564-3490 or visit www.sos.ky.gov.
Need to upgrade your notary to electronic/remote online notary? You must apply with the Secretary of State’s Office. You can contact the Secretary of State’s Office at (502) 564-3490 or visit www.sos.ky.gov.
Effective 1/1/20