How to Become a Minnesota Notary in 2026
Minnesota charges a $120 application fee — higher than most states. Commission expires January 31 of the 5th year regardless of issue date. Rectangular rubber stamp required (not circle). Residents of bordering states (I
Commission Cost
~$160–$240
NSA-Ready Cost
~$425–$835
Signing Fee
$100–$175
Commission Term
5 years (expires Jan 31)
$120 Fee · No Bond · Rectangular Stamp Required · 5-Year Term Expires Jan 31 · Bordering-State Residents Eligible
Minnesota charges a $120 application fee (higher than most states). Commission expires January 31 of the 5th year. Rectangular rubber stamp required (not circle). Bordering-state residents (Iowa, ND, SD, WI) may also commission in MN. Twin Cities NSAs earn $100-$175/signing.
Best Minnesota Notary Training Programs (2026)
1. NNA (Minnesota Package)Best Supply Package
Minnesota commission package with supplies. Verify pricing at NNA.
2. Loan Signing System (LSS)Best NSA Training
#1 rated NSA training. Minnesota NSAs earn $100–$175/signing. $347 or 4x$97/mo.
3. NNA NSA CertificationIndustry Standard
Background check + NSA certification. $199 or $299.
Best Minnesota Notary Training Programs
All 2 schools are Minnesota Minnesota Secretary of State-approved. Price: Low to High.
Quick Price Comparison (Course Only)
NNA NSA Certification
Industry Standard CredentialStarting at
$199
- Industry-standard background check required by Minnesota title companies
- NSA Certification Training and Exam (80%+ passing)
- Listing on SigningAgent.com directory included
Available Packages (2)
Background Screening + Training
- Background Screening
- NSA Certification Training and Exam
- Listing on SigningAgent.com
Loan Signing System (LSS) - Mark Wills
Best NSA Training CourseStarting at
$347
- #1 rated NSA training — 100,000+ students nationwide
- Minneapolis/St. Paul MSA is Minnesota's top NSA market
- Includes LSS Certification
- 4 months LIVE 1:1 mentorship + biweekly coaching calls
- 100% money-back guarantee within 30 days
Available Packages (1)
Six Figure Course
- NSA Training + LSS Certification
- 9-Step Notary Business Blueprint
- All 5 loan signing video walkthroughs
- 4 months mentorship + coaching
- 300+ companies hiring signing agents
- Payment plan: 4 x $97/month
Prices verified March 2026. Prices may change. Always confirm current pricing on the school's website before enrolling.
How Much Do Minnesota Notary Signing Agents Earn?
Signing Fee
$100–$175
Per appointment
Top Market
Minneapolis/St. Paul MSA
Highest volume
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a notary in Minnesota?
Minnesota charges a $120 application fee — higher than most states. Commission expires January 31 of the 5th year regardless of issue date. Rectangular rubber stamp required (not circle). Residents of bordering states (Iowa, ND, SD, WI) may also commission in MN if they designate a Minnesota county.
How long is a Minnesota notary commission?
A Minnesota notary commission lasts 5 years (expires Jan 31).
How much does it cost to become a Minnesota notary?
Basic commission: ~$160–$240. NSA-ready total: ~$425–$835.
How much do Minnesota notary signing agents earn?
Typical Minnesota signing fees: $100–$175 per loan signing. Minneapolis/St. Paul MSA is the top market. Full-time operators earn ,000-,000+ with direct title relationships.
Does Minnesota support Remote Online Notarization (RON)?
Yes. Minnesota authorizes RON. Requirements include an active Minnesota notary commission plus additional registration through the Secretary of State. Verify current RON requirements and approved platforms at sos.mn.gov/notary-apostille before offering RON services.
Income Disclaimer: Salary figures are estimates based on publicly available data and vary significantly by state, market, experience level, employer type, and individual effort. Past or average earnings are not a guarantee of future results. CertLaunch makes no income guarantees of any kind.
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