To become a Notary in Hawaii, you must:
These are some common reasons why your notary application can be rejected:
Yes. To qualify for a notary commission, you must pass an in-person, closed-book exam with a score of at least 80%.
The exam covers the following:
Review the Hawaii Notary Manual prior to scheduling your examination. Find the notary manual by visiting the Department of the Attorney General Notaries Public Documents page.
Schedule your exam by visiting the Notary Office website.
Yes. Hawaii requires a $1,000 notary bond for both new and renewing commissions. Our Hawaii notary package includes a bond as well as everything else you need to become a notary!
Yes. Hawaii started accepting online applications in 2017. We include detailed application instructions with our notary package. Visit the Notary Office website for more details.
Yes. That’s why we include a notary record keeping journal in our complete notary package.
Yes. A self-inking notary stamp that meets or exceeds state requirements is included in our complete notary package. If you purchase our package, remember that we need a copy of your notary commission certificate before we can manufacture your stamp. Forward a digital or scanned copy of your certificate to info@notaries.com.
Hawaii notary commissions last for four years. A renewal application may be submitted no earlier than 60 days before the current commission’s expiration date.
Yes. You may renew your commission within one year past your commission expiration date. There is an additional fee for late renewal applications.
If over a year has passed, you must reapply as a new applicant and retake the exam to renew your commission.
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