Quick Facts
Commission Term
4 years
Bond
Not required
Application Fee
$120
Issuing Authority
Connecticut Secretary of the State - Business Services Division via eLicense.ct.gov
Journal
Optional
Fee Caps
Yes
Authorized Services
Core Services
Free Tier Acknowledgment
Authorized
Jurat
Authorized
Oath / Affirmation
Authorized
Affidavit
Authorized
Deposition
Authorized
Protest
Authorized
Copy Certification
Authorized
Bills in Chancery
— Not authorized
Witnessing
Authorized
Safe Deposit Box
— Not authorized
Advanced Services
Pro Tier Remote Online Notarization
Authorized
Marriage Solemnization
— Not authorized
eNotarization
— Not authorized
Electronic Copy Cert.
— Not authorized
Identity Verification Methods
- Personal Knowledge
- Government-Issued ID
- Credible Witness
- thirdPartyVerificationSystem
Remote Online Notarization (RON)
RON Available
Connecticut authorizes remote online notarization. Additional requirements may apply.
Key Considerations
- 100% Exam Pass Requirement - UNIQUE: Must achieve perfect 100% score on written exam (most states allow 70-80%); open-book exam incorporated into application
- Handwritten Jurat and Writing Sample - UNIQUE: Must complete Jurat and Writing Sample in own handwriting; must write complete acknowledgment form, sworn affidavit form, oath administered to notaries; must be notarized before submission; tests handwriting and understanding
- Certificate of Character - UNIQUE ELEMENT: Required from unrelated person who has known applicant for 1+ year; must be completed by public official or reputable business/professional person
- No Bond Requirement - UNCOMMON: Connecticut does NOT require surety bond; notaries personally liable for errors; E&O insurance optional
- Optional Seal - UNCOMMON: Seal/stamp completely optional; most states require official seal; if not used, must type/print 'Notary Public' and expiration date near signature
Regulatory Authority
Connecticut Secretary of the State - Business Services Division via eLicense.ct.gov
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