Quick Facts
Commission Term
5 years
Bond
Not required
Application Fee
$75 (payable to 'State of New Hampshire')
Issuing Authority
Governor with advice and consent of Executive Council
Journal
Conditional
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
Authorized
Electronic Copy Cert.
Authorized
Identity Verification Methods
- Personal Knowledge
- Government-Issued ID
- Credible Witness
Remote Online Notarization (RON)
RON Not Available
New Hampshire does not currently authorize remote online notarization.
Key Considerations
- RULONA state - Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (RSA 456-B)
- 5-year commission term (longer than many states' 4-year terms)
- No bond required (unique - E&O insurance optional)
- No exam or educational requirements (uncommon)
- Appointed by Governor with Executive Council advice/consent
Regulatory Authority
New Hampshire Secretary of State - Notary Division
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