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No education requirement in South Dakota — you can proceed directly. No surety bond required in South Dakota. The application is filed with the Secretary of State with a $20 fee." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need to take an exam to become a notary in South Dakota?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. South Dakota does not require a notary exam." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does it cost to become a notary in South Dakota?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The application fee is $20. No surety bond is required. Additional costs include notary supplies ($30–$80)." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long is a notary commission in South Dakota?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "A notary commission in South Dakota is valid for 6 years." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Remote Online Notarization available in South Dakota?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. RON authorized." } } ] } ] --- [info@1MobileNotary.com Email Us ](mailto:info@1mobilenotary.com)Nationwide Mobile Notary Service [833-430-6800 ](tel:833-430-6800) Mon-Fri: 8AM-8PM EST Sat: 9AM-2PM [ 1 Mobile Notary Notary Services ](/) - [About](/about) - [How It Works](/how-it-works) - [Services](/services) - [Who We Serve](/who-we-serve) - [Coverage](/service-areas) - [Resources](/about) - [Contact](/contact) [Book a Notary](/book) [833-430-6800 ](tel:833-430-6800) Education Center # How to Become a Notary in South Dakota Everything you need to know about becoming a commissioned notary public in South Dakota. Commission length: 6 years. Filed with the Secretary of State. [Need a Notary Now? Book Here](/book) [Call 833-430-6800](tel:8334306800) ### Application Fee $20 ### Commission Length 6 years ### Exam Required No ### Bond Required No ## Steps to Become a Notary in South Dakota 1 Check eligibility: must be at least 18 years old and meet South Dakota residency requirements. 2 No education requirement in South Dakota — you can proceed directly. 3 No surety bond required in South Dakota. 4 Submit your application to the Secretary of State with the $20 filing fee. 5 No exam required — await commission approval. 6 Receive your commission, purchase your notary supplies (seal, stamp, journal), and begin notarizing. ## South Dakota Notary Requirements at a Glance ### Education & Exam - **Education:** No education required. - **Exam:** No exam required. ### Bond & RON - **Surety Bond:** $0 (no bond required) - **RON:** RON authorized. ### Additional Requirements - Must be a South Dakota resident. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How do I become a notary in South Dakota? To become a notary in South Dakota: Check eligibility: must be at least 18 years old and meet South Dakota residency requirements. No education requirement in South Dakota — you can proceed directly. No surety bond required in South Dakota. The application is filed with the Secretary of State with a $20 fee. ### Do I need to take an exam to become a notary in South Dakota? No. South Dakota does not require a notary exam. ### How much does it cost to become a notary in South Dakota? The application fee is $20. No surety bond is required. Additional costs include notary supplies ($30–$80). ### How long is a notary commission in South Dakota? A notary commission in South Dakota is valid for 6 years. ### Is Remote Online Notarization available in South Dakota? Yes. 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