Notary Public / Mississippi
2026 data Mississippi board official source

Mississippi Notary Public License Requirements

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.

State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

PlainCredential home → About this data

Authorized to perform notarizations. Commissioned in all 50 states.

What the Mississippi data shows for Notary Publics

Mississippi sets the entry bar for notary publics at board-approved training and a passing score on a state-approved exam. A background check is a standard part of the process. The credential is administered under Mississippi's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Varies".

Upfront cost is $75 on a 4-year cycle. Mississippi doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

Mississippi handles out-of-state credentials on a case-by-case basis instead of a standing reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

A-
Licensing Ease Score
83/100
Notary Public · Mississippi

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training A+
None required
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee B+
$75
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Mississippi

Education / Training Hours
Varies
Not specified
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$75
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 4 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required

Compare & Explore

Compare all states for Notary Public All Mississippi licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Mississippi licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Notary Public in Mississippi? ▼
In Mississippi, the license path calls for, a passing exam score, and a $75 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Notary Public in Mississippi? ▼
To become a licensed notary public in Mississippi, you must meet the state's requirements. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Mississippi licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Notary Public license to Mississippi from another state? ▼
Mississippi doesn't publish a standing reciprocity policy for notary publics; each out-of-state application is reviewed on its own merits. Some professions fall under interstate compacts that ease portability regardless. The Mississippi licensing board can confirm what applies to your case.
Does Mississippi require a background check for Notary Public licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for notary public licensing in Mississippi. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.

Related Guides

What to do with this notary public license

Notary Public in Mississippi is one requirement row in a notary public-wide, 50-state comparison.

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Mississippi licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.