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You can now register for a California Notary Public examination online!
Note: Please view the exam schedule first to select the location, date, and time of the exam you wish to register for before clicking on the "Register for an Examination" button.
Registration must be received at least 15 business days prior to the requested examination date.
To register online: Click here
OR
Call 1-916-263-3520 (available Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm). Be prepared to provide the following information:
  • YOUR NAME
  • SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
  • DATE OF BIRTH
  • MAILING ADDRESS
  • DAYTIME PHONE NUMBER
  • EXAMINATION LOCATION/SESSION NUMBER, TEST DATE, AND TIME
  • EMAIL ADDRESS
A confirmation scheduling letter will be sent to you if your registration is received at least 15 business days prior to the exam date. Confirmation letters are mailed approximately 10 business days prior to the exam date.
Special Accommodation Testing is available for applicants who are unable to take the examination on Saturday due to religious affiliations or have an ADA disability. Please contact CPS to make arrangements in advance. Please allow 3-4 weeks for processing.
Walk-in registration is allowed on a space-available, "first come, first served" basis. Walk-in candidates will be admitted into the test center after all pre-registered applicants have been admitted. Walk-in registration IS NOT guaranteed.
Arrival Time: All candidates, walk-in or pre-registered, should arrive at the test site 45 minutes prior to the scheduled examination time.