Notary Public in North Dakota
Browse 10 cities in North Dakota to find a notary public near you.
North Dakota notaries serve a 4-year commission. While the state has a smaller population, its energy sector and agricultural economy have driven real estate activity, and notary services are available throughout the state for personal, business, and energy-related document needs — including oil and gas lease paperwork specific to the state's Bakken region. The fee cap is $5 per signature. Remote online notarization is legal statewide. North Dakota requires a $7,500 bond plus both training and an exam to become a notary, and — unusually — does not require notaries to keep a journal of their acts.
Is this notary really commissioned?
Anyone can claim to be a notary. Before you rely on one for an important document, it costs nothing to check that their commission is real, active, and hasn't expired.
North Dakota notaries are commissioned by the North Dakota Secretary of State, which provides a free public commission lookup.
Verify a North Dakotanotary's commission →What you can legally be charged
As of July 2026, North Dakota law caps the fee a notary can charge for a standard notarial act at $5 per notarial act. A notary who charges more than the legal maximum for a standard act is breaking the law — you're entitled to ask what they charge before they begin.
What to expect
- Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID — the notary can't proceed without one.
- North Dakota doesn't require notaries to keep a journal or record book of each transaction, though many keep one anyway as good practice.
- Every document is marked with the notary's official stamp or seal, confirming the notarization is complete.
Remote Online Notarization
North Dakota has adopted RON — documents can be notarized over a live video call.
Full RON details →For aspiring notaries
Becoming a notary in North Dakota
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Surety bond | $7,500 bond required |
| Training course | Required |
| State exam | Required |
Total cost to become a notary in North Dakota typically runs $121, covering the application, bond, training, and supplies.
Full guide to becoming a notary →Sourced from the National Notary Association, verified July 2026. Confirm current requirements with the North Dakota Secretary of State.