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