Everything You Need to Become a South Dakota Notary, All in One Place
Welcome to the American Association of Notaries. Since 1994, we've helped hundreds of thousands of people
in South Dakota and across the country become notaries. With our guidance and expertise, you will become
a skilled South Dakota notary capable of providing accurate and efficient notarial services.
That is our mission.
The American Association of Notaries is the only source you need to become a South Dakota notary. We can assist you with:
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Notary Stamps
Our notary stamps conform to South Dakota notary law requirements and are manufactured in house using only the highest-quality materials.
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Notary Seals
All of our South Dakota notary seal embossers are laser engraved and require minimal effort to produce sharp raised notary seal impressions.
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Notary Supplies
The AAN is one of the nation's top providers of quality notary supplies. We offer a lifetime warranty on all of our notary supplies.
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Our notary journals are easy to use and conform to South Dakota notary laws. Every notary supplies order includes a free e-notary guide.
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How to Become a South Dakota Notary:
Compared to other states, South Dakota has few eligibility requirements to become a notary. The process is simple and affordable. Click here to view the eligibility requirements to become a notary in South Dakota.
To become a notary in South Dakota, follow the steps listed below:
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Order a notary stamp.
You will need to affix an impression of your notary stamp on your notary application before submitting it to the South Dakota secretary of State. Click here to order a South Dakota notary stamp.
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Order a six-year, $5,000 South Dakota notary bond.
All South Dakota notary applicants are required to maintain a six-year, $5,000 notary bond. Our notary bonds include a complimentary six-year, $5,000 errors and omissions policy. Click here to purchase a notary bond.
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Mail your completed application.
Mail your completed notary application to the South Dakota Secretary of State along with the $30 filing fee in the form of a check or money order payable to the secretary of state.
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Wait to receive your commission certificate.
Upon approval of your notary application, the South Dakota Secretary of State will mail your notary commission certificate. Important: Do NOT notarize any documents until you receive your notary commission certificate.
South Dakota notary bonds and errors and omissions insurance policies provided by this insurance agency, the American Association of Notaries, Inc., are underwritten by Western Surety Company (established 1900). Kal Tabbara is a licensed insurance agent in South Dakota.