Quick Facts
Commission Term
5 years
Bond
Not required
Application Fee
$0
Issuing Authority
Ohio Secretary of State
Journal
OptionalTraditionalMandatoryRON
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 Available
Ohio authorizes remote online notarization. Additional requirements may apply.
Key Considerations
- RON authorized since September 22, 2019
- 2025 HB 315 major changes effective April 3, 2025
- 2025 changes: Out-of-state residents can NO LONGER apply for OH notary commission
- 2025 changes: IDs can be expired maximum 3 years (not more)
- 2025 changes: Digital driver's licenses from OH BMV acceptable
Regulatory Authority
Ohio Secretary of State - Notary Division
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