Notary Public in Delaware
Browse 13,795 active notary publics across 127 cities in Delaware.
13,795
Active Notaries
127
Cities
4 years
Commission Term
$5
Max Fee
Top Cities
All Cities in Delaware
69 cities Wilmington 4,060 Dover 1,738 Newark 1,478 New Castle 957 Georgetown 527 Middletown 442 Lewes 399 Bear 376 Smyrna 345 Seaford 315 Milford 314 Millsboro 304 Rehoboth Beach 267 Hockessin 143 Laurel 117 Harrington 112 Milton 110 Selbyville 108 Townsend 103 Felton 98 Greenville 93 Ocean View 91 Claymont 89 Greenwood 86 Camden 82 Dagsboro 80 Bridgeville 78 Delmar 70 Frankford 67 Clayton 65 Bethany Beach 61 Newport 56 Magnolia 44 Millville 38 Lincoln 32 Frederica 27 Camden Wyoming 27 Wyoming 24 Rehoboth 23 Odessa 23 Long Neck 19 Hartly 18 Newcastle 17 Ellendale 16 Harbeson 16 Delaware City 16 Elsmere 15 Christiana 14 Marydel 11 Dover Afb 9 Centreville 9 Fenwick Island 9 Woodside 8 Dewey Beach 8 Cheswold 8 Delaware 7 Blades 6 Rockland 6 Wimington 6 Wilmington, De 19801 6 South Bethany 6 Montchanin 5 Houston 4 Viola 4 Wilm. 4 Historic New Castle 4 Wilmington, De 4 Yorklyn 3 Stanton 3
Notaries by County
New Castle
8,224
Sussex
2,814
Kent
2,561
Unknown
290
Delaware Notary Requirements
At a Glance
- Commission Term: 4 years
- Maximum Fee: $5 per notarial act
- Bond: $10,000 surety bond
- Minimum Age: 18
- Residency Required: Yes
- Exam Required: No
How to Become a Notary in Delaware
- Be at least 18 years old and a legal resident of Delaware
- Obtain a $10,000 surety bond from an authorized bonding company
- Complete the notary application through the Delaware Secretary of State
- Pay the $25 application fee
- Take the oath of office within 90 days of receiving your commission
- Purchase an official notary stamp/seal
Commissions must be renewed every 4 years. Apply for renewal before your current commission expires. Administered by the Delaware Governor's Office (via Secretary of State).
Helpful Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
How many notaries are there in Delaware?▾
There are 13,795 active notary publics in Delaware, spread across 127 cities.
How do I find a notary near me in Delaware?▾
Browse our directory by city to find notaries in your area. We list mobile notaries, loan signing agents, and storefront notaries across Delaware.
What types of notary services are available in Delaware?▾
Notary services in Delaware include general notarizations, mobile notary services, loan signings, apostille services, and more. Many notaries offer evening and weekend availability.
How much does a notary cost in Delaware?▾
Notary fees vary by state. Check your state's Secretary of State website for current maximum fee schedules. Mobile notaries may charge additional travel fees, typically $25-$50 per trip.