Delawarenotary public requirements & rules
No examDelaware notary law basics: exam requirement, commission term, bond, and how to prepare — from the official commissioning authority.
- Written exam
- No exam
- Administered by
- n/a (e-notaries must complete a course on electronic notarization, but no exam)
- Commission term
- unknown - not confirmed in this pass, commonly cited as no fixed statutory term / renewed as needed; verify directly on notary.delaware.gov years
- Surety bond
- None
- Notes
- Applications and renewals are handled online through notary.delaware.gov. Confidence marked low because the broker experience-year requirement and exact commission term were not fully verified against primary DPR/notary.delaware.gov text in this research pass.
Some Delaware details were ambiguous on the official site when we researched this (July 2026) — double-check specifics with the commissioning authority before you rely on them.
Preparing to be a Delaware notary
Delaware doesn't require a written exam, but the responsibility is real. PrepTempo's Notary course confirms you understand notarial acts, identifying signers, and how to avoid unauthorized practice of law before you take on the liability.
Free notary practice questions →Delaware notary public FAQ
Does Delaware require a notary exam?
No. Delaware does not require a written notary exam.
What are the Delaware notary public rules for term and bond?
A Delaware notary commission is typically unknown - not confirmed in this pass, commonly cited as no fixed statutory term / renewed as needed; verify directly on notary.delaware.gov years. Surety bond requirement: None. Confirm current amounts with the official Delaware authority.
How do I become a notary public in Delaware?
Follow Delaware commissioning steps: complete any required training or exam (No exam), obtain the required bond if applicable (None), and apply through the official Delaware commissioning office. PrepTempo's Notary course covers core notarial concepts for exam and practice readiness.
Official sources
Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal advice. Requirements change; confirm with the Delaware commissioning authority. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state authority or the National Notary Association.