Become a Notary Public in South Carolina
South Carolina commissions notaries by application — there is no state exam. Commissions are handled by the South Carolina Secretary of State — always confirm current requirements, fees, and forms with them directly.
No exam doesn't mean no preparation
Know your duties before your first notarization
South Carolina notaries are personally liable for improper notarizations. Our South Carolina study track covers identification rules, certificate wording, journal practices, fees, and prohibited acts — the things that get commissions suspended.