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In order to become a notary in American Samoa you must:
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Be at least 18 years of age
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Have a regular place of work or business in the Territory of American Samoa
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Reside legally in the Territory of American Samoa
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Read and write English
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Not be a convicted felon
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The first step to becoming a notary or renewing your commission as a notary is to attend a course that is approved by the Secretary of American Samoa that is at least three hours which includes a written test. The notary course and examination will be offered occasionally. In order to be notified, please express your interest here:
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Upon passing the course, applicants will receive a certificate of completion. You must then submit an application, including a sworn declaration, to the Secretary of American Samoa at the Governor's Office.
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You must attach the following to your application:
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Certification of completion for the notary course
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Fingerprint card obtained the Department of Public Safety
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DPS Clearance
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Court Clearance
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Receipt showing that you paid the $100 application fee to the Treasury for this application.
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Your application will be reviewed. Once it is approved, you will be notified to post a $500 bond with the Treasury (notaries who are renewing should submit proof of a prior bond).
Take that proof to the Governor's Office, and you will be issued a:
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Commission
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Certificate of Authorization to Purchase a Notary Seal
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A Notary Journal
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If you have any questions, email secretaryofamericansamoa@go.as.gov.
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Jason Mitchell
Chief Legal Counsel
Office of the Governor
American Samoa Government
(684) 633-4121