Apply to become a New Notary Public

If you are a resident of Ohio, 18 years of age or older, you may apply to become a notary using the application packet below. If you have questions, please see our Frequently Asked Questions about being a Notary Public or contact our Notary Administrator at notary@cbalaw.org or 614/221.3810.

Applications:
• Application for New Notaries
• Application for Attorney Notaries

Notary Seminars: Expert training for sharper notary skills. The Columbus Bar provides Notary Public Seminars in our offices and online. Click for a current Notary Examination Schedule or more information about our Notary Seminars.

Recording Your Commission: IMPORTANT! Once you have received your notary commission certificate from the Secretary of State's Office, you are required to file (record) that commission and your signature with any of the following locations of the clerk's office - until recorded, your commission is not valid and cannot be used: Recording Your Notary Commission with the Clerk of Courts (Mandatory)

Notary Errors and Omissions Insurance. Notary Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance is essentially "liability" coverage designed to protect your personal and professional assets in the event you make a mistake as a Notary that causes your client to suffer financial loss. The Columbus Bar provides E&O insurance through respected insurer RLI. Please click here for more information. Notary Public Errors and Omissions Insurance

Contact Us: If you would like to speak with our Notary Administrator, you may email at or call our office Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at 614/221.3810.