Why Choose Notaries.com?

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Find the notary supplies you need for your commission all in one place.

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Over 50 Years of Experience

Notaries.com has provided quality supplies to new and renewing notaries since 1965.

Get Supplies for Your Commission

We have the supplies that new and renewing notaries in the Palmetto State need!

  • Customizable self-inking notary stamp*
  • Record-keeping notary journal
  • Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance
  • Notary Association of America (NAA) membership

*Required by state

All supplies available on Notaries.com meet or exceed specifications set by the South Carolina Secretary of State. The self-inking stamp comes in a variety of colors, allowing you to add a personal touch to your notary services.

Your notary seal will display your name, the words “notary public,” the words “State of South Carolina” and your commission expiration date.

We highly recommend using a notary record-keeping journal, although one is not required according to state notary laws. Maintaining a detailed record of each notarial act is essential in preventing potential legal disputes, as it provides a clear and accurate account of the actions taken during the notarization process.

Additionally, joining the National Notary Association (NNA) is important for notaries to stay informed about industry updates, access valuable resources, and ensure they are meeting the highest professional standards.

Notary Application Guides

The Secretary of State upholds specific requirements that applicants must follow to understand notary public duties and receive their commissions. Whether you're eager to start a fulfilling career as a notary in the state of South Carolina or need to renew your current commission, you've come to the right place.

Our complete notary commission guides provide detailed, step-by-step instructions for individuals interested in becoming notaries or continuing their services. Each guide presents the Secretary of State's laws in a simple, easy-to-understand format to save you time and ensure you submit error-free applications.

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Why We Recommend E&O Insurance

As publicly commissioned individuals, notaries can be found liable in court if a client suffers financial loss due to an alleged notarization error. Errors and omissions insurance protects notaries from liability and financial loss if they are accused of committing a negligent act, such as failing to properly verify a signer’s identity, or if they make an accidental mistake, such as overlooking a missing signature.

We recommend that all notaries consider E&O insurance to protect themselves if a client decides to file a lawsuit. This extra layer of protection can save you from having to pay out-of-pocket for legal expenses, ensuring peace of mind as you carry out your duties as a notary public in the state

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Get Commissioned in Three Easy Steps

Submit Your Application

Fill out the secure application online with your information and mail it with the $25 filing fee to your county delegation office.

Order Supplies

Get your notary stamp and other important supplies, like a record-keeping journal, from our store.

Get Commissioned by the State

Once commissioned as a notary public, you must enroll your commission with the Clerk of Court in the county you live in.

Complete an Error-Free Application

To ensure your application is processed smoothly and without delay, follow these guidelines carefully:

  1. The application includes the Oath of Notary Public. Sign the oath in ink using the exact name you plan to use on your commission. Then, have it notarized in front of an existing South Carolina notary public.
  2. Mail both pages of your original application and a $25 check/money order payable to the “SC Secretary of State” to your county delegation office. If you do not have a delegation office in your county, you can mail the pages to the House of Representatives.
  3. You must be a registered voter to become a notary public. If you do not know your voter registration number, call your County Board of Elections and Voter Registration or visit the South Carolina Election Commission website.