Notary Public Permit Requirements in Greenville, SC

1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

   Required if you operate as an LLC/corporation or have employees. Sole proprietor notaries with no employees may use their SSN.

   Official government source

   Free·Immediate (online)

   Free

   Immediate (online)

1. South Carolina Notary Commission

   Apply through the South Carolina Secretary of State for a 10-year notary commission. Must be a SC resident and 18+. Must take an oath before a notary or court official.

   Official government source

   $25 (application fee)·2–4 weeks

   $25 (application fee)

   2–4 weeks

2. Notary Errors & Omissions Insurance (Recommended)

   While not required in South Carolina, E&O insurance protects notaries from financial losses due to unintentional mistakes. Coverage of $25,000–$100,000 typically costs $40–$80/year. The National Notary Association offers bundled packages.

   $40–$80/year·Immediate

   $40–$80/year

   Immediate

1. Greenville Business License (if operating a notary business)

   If you operate a standalone notary business (notary signing agent services, mobile notary, etc.) in Greenville, you generally need a Business License from the city. If notarization is incidental to another profession (e.g., attorney, bank teller), a separate business license may not be required.

   Official government source

   $25–$100/year·1–3 weeks

   $25–$100/year

   1–3 weeks

Official Sources

• South Carolina — Notary Public Requirements
• South Carolina Secretary of State

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