VA Notary Notary Appointment and Qualifications

Question 1

What is the term length for a Virginia notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

4 years

Answer

Virginia notary commissions are issued for a term of 4 years.

Question 2

Who has the authority to appoint notaries public in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

The Governor

Answer

The Governor of Virginia appoints notaries public upon application.

Question 3

What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary public in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

18

Answer

An applicant must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Virginia notary commission.

Question 4

Which of the following is a residency requirement for a Virginia notary applicant?

Accepted Answer

Must be a Virginia resident or regularly employed in Virginia

Answer

An applicant must be a resident of Virginia or regularly employed in the Commonwealth.

Question 5

A Virginia notary commission becomes effective on what date?

Accepted Answer

The date the notary takes the oath of office

Answer

The commission becomes effective on the date the notary takes the required oath of office.

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