NY Notary Exam Locations - Find a Test Center Near You

Always verify before traveling

Addresses and exam schedules can change. Verify current information at dos.ny.gov/notary-public before your visit.

What to Know Before You Go

Walk-in format

No appointment needed

Bring photo ID + $15

Government-issued ID required

Arrive 15 min early

No phones or study materials

NY Department of State - Licensing Services

Phone

(518) 474-4429

Mon-Fri, 8:45am - 4:30pm

Albany Office

1 Commerce Plaza

99 Washington Ave, 6th Floor

Mailing Address

PO Box 22001

Albany, NY 12201-2001

NY Notary Exam Centers - Current as of 2026

City	Address	County
Albany 1 Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave, 6th Floor	1 Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave, 6th Floor	Albany
Binghamton State Office Building, 44 Hawley St	State Office Building, 44 Hawley St	Broome
Buffalo 65 Court St, Room 208	65 Court St, Room 208	Erie
Hauppauge 250 Veterans Memorial Hwy	250 Veterans Memorial Hwy	Suffolk
Manhattan (NYC) 123 William St, 2nd Floor	123 William St, 2nd Floor	New York
Plattsburgh 101 E Dorrance St	101 E Dorrance St	Clinton
Rochester 1 Monroe Square	1 Monroe Square	Monroe
Syracuse 333 E Washington St	333 E Washington St	Onondaga
Utica 207 Genesee St	207 Genesee St	Oneida
White Plains 175 Main St	175 Main St	Westchester

Last updated: April 2026. Verify at dos.ny.gov before traveling.

Notary Exam in Rochester, NY

Monroe County Exam Center

1 Monroe Square

Rochester, NY 14614

This is the primary exam location for Monroe County residents. Exams are offered year-round. Verify the current schedule with the DOS.

Getting There

Parking available on nearby streets and lots
Served by RTS bus routes
Downtown location near multiple transit options

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The NY notary exam is offered in a walk-in format at all official exam centers. Simply arrive during exam hours with your photo ID and $15 fee.

Bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) and $15 to pay the exam fee (check, money order, or card accepted at most locations). Do not bring study materials, phones, or bags.

The exam is offered year-round at most locations. Schedules vary by site. Always verify the current schedule directly with the NY Department of State at dos.ny.gov/notary-public before traveling.

Results are mailed to you in approximately 10 days. You will receive a letter stating pass or fail only - no numerical score is provided.

Yes. You can take the exam at any official DOS exam location, regardless of where you live or plan to be commissioned.

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