Renew Your Commission With Confidence
Pennsylvania requires a 3-hour approved notary course within six months before you apply to renew. Our state-approved online course reviews Pennsylvania notary law so you can renew on time.
Your Pennsylvania Renewal Path
Steps to Renew Your Notary Commission in Pennsylvania
- Step 1
Plan Ahead
Start at least three months before your commission expires so your renewal is approved before your current commission ends.
- Step 2
Complete the 3-Hour NPA State-Approved Course
Finish the Notary Public Association Pennsylvania state-approved course within six months before you submit your renewal application.
- Step 3
Submit Your Renewal Before Your Commission Expires
Apply to the Pennsylvania Department of State. If you renew before your commission expires, you won't need to retake the notary exam.
- Step 4
Complete Your Bond, Oath, and Recording Within 45 Days
After approval, get your $10,000 bond, take your oath, register your signature with the county prothonotary, and record everything with the Recorder of Deeds within 45 days.
- Step 5
Get Your New Stamp
Order a new stamp with your new commission expiration date before notarizing.
Fully Online & State Approved
Our Pennsylvania Notary Renewal Course is 100% online, so you can complete it at your own pace, on your own schedule.
This state-approved course reviews the laws, duties, and procedures you need to renew your commission and continue performing notarial acts in Pennsylvania with confidence.
Pennsylvania Certificate of Completion
The Pennsylvania Notary Public Certificate of Completion confirms you've completed a 3-hour state-approved course, meeting Pennsylvania's education requirement for renewing notaries.
Submit this certificate with your renewal application to the Pennsylvania Department of State.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pennsylvania course questions and answers
Yes. Pennsylvania requires a 3-hour approved notary education course completed within six months before you submit your renewal application.
No, not if you complete the course and submit your renewal before your current commission expires. If your commission expires first, you'll need to apply as a new notary and pass the exam.
Within 45 days, you must get your $10,000 bond, take your oath, register your signature with the county prothonotary, and record your bond, commission, and oath with the Recorder of Deeds.
Your commission becomes void, and you'll need to start the application process over.
A Pennsylvania notary commission lasts four years.
Yes. Your stamp shows your commission expiration date, so you'll need a new stamp with your new expiration date.