Photo, fingerprints, oath, starter kit, and filing support in one Sacramento office, plus a clear checklist so you never miss a step.
All in-office at 2020 Hurley Way, Ste 215, Sacramento.
Meets the exam application requirement.
Saturdays
For your Secretary of State background check.
Starts November 1, 2026
Sworn and notarized once your commission packet arrives.
Notary journal, thumbprint pad, and locking supply bag.
We send it to the County Clerk overnight or certified, or you mail it yourself.
The full checklist below, with course, bond, and stamp links.
Follow these in order. Gold steps are done with us.
Complete it online and save your Proof of Completion. Start the course →
Attach it to your exam application. Saturdays.
Bring your photo ID, completed application with photo, Proof of Completion, and the exam fee. Register with CPS HR →
After you pass, the state mails your fingerprint instructions. Bring the form to us. Must be done within one year of your exam.
It includes your commission and the certificate you need to order your official stamp.
The bond is required by law. Your stamp can only be made after your commission arrives. Recommended supplier →
We administer and notarize your oath and hand you your journal, thumbprint pad, and locking bag.
Must be filed within 30 days of your commission start date. We mail it overnight or certified, or you mail it yourself.
Planning loan signings? Title and escrow companies require E&O insurance. Ask us for a recommendation.
Available if your current commission is active and you completed the 6-hour course before. Otherwise take the 6-hour course. Start early. Start the course →
Required with every application. Saturdays.
Renewing notaries take the exam each term. Register with CPS HR →
Required every term. Bring the form the state mails you after you pass.
You'll get a new commission number and expiration date.
Your old stamp can't be used because the commission details change. Recommended supplier →
We notarize your oath. Starter kit included if you need fresh supplies.
Within 30 days of your new commission start date. We mail it overnight or certified, or you mail it yourself.
6-hour new or 3-hour refresher, fully online.
Start course →The free official guide from the Secretary of State. Study it for the exam.
Open handbook →Local Lincoln, CA supplier. Order after your commission arrives.
Shop supplies →Golden State Signature is not a notary education vendor or insurance agency. Course, stamp, and bond purchases are made directly with the linked providers. Requirements are set by the California Secretary of State and may change; always confirm with the current Notary Public Handbook.