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Rochester NY Notary Exam - Location, Hours, and What to Bring

Taking the NY notary exam in Rochester? The exam is held at 1 Monroe Square in downtown Rochester. Walk-in format, no appointment needed. Here is everything you need to know.

Always verify before traveling

Hours and schedules can change. Verify current walk-in exam hours directly with the Rochester DOS office or at dos.ny.gov/notary-public.

Rochester Notary Exam Location

Monroe County Exam Center

1 Monroe Square

Rochester, NY 14614

Monroe County

Primary exam center for Monroe County and western NY region.

Getting There

  • Parking: Street parking on nearby streets; paid lots on East Broad St
  • Bus: RGRTA routes serving downtown Rochester
  • From 490: Exit downtown Rochester, follow signs to Monroe Square area

Rochester Notary Exam - Quick Facts

$15

Exam Fee

40

Questions

70%

Passing Score

Walk-in

Format

What to Bring to the Rochester Exam

Bring These

  • +Government-issued photo ID
  • +$15 exam fee (check or money order)
  • +Your completed application (optional)
  • +Nothing else

Leave These at Home

  • -Study notes or books
  • -Phones (must be put away)
  • -Food or drinks
  • -Large bags

After You Pass in Rochester

1

Receive your pass letter by mail

Results arrive in approximately 10 days. The letter states pass or fail only. No numerical score is provided.

2

Submit your notary application

Complete the notary application (Form DS-8586) and submit with the $60 application fee to the NY DOS in Albany. You can also submit online through the DOS website.

3

Take the oath of office

After your application is approved, take the oath of office before a notary public or other authorized official. You can do this at the Monroe County Clerk's office or at any notary.

4

File your certificate with Monroe County Clerk

File your certificate of appointment with the Monroe County Clerk. Fee: $10. This is required to perform notarizations in Monroe County.

5

Get your notary stamp and journal

Purchase a notary stamp/seal and start your notary journal. You are now authorized to perform notarizations in New York State.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Rochester notary exam is held at 1 Monroe Square, Rochester, NY 14614. This is in downtown Rochester, Monroe County. It is the primary exam center for Monroe County and surrounding areas.
No. The NY notary exam in Rochester is offered on a walk-in basis. Arrive during exam hours with your photo ID and $15 fee. No appointment or pre-registration is needed.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport), $15 for the exam fee (check, money order, or card), and nothing else. Study materials, phones, and bags are not allowed in the exam room.
1 Monroe Square is in downtown Rochester near the Monroe County Courthouse. It is accessible by car (street parking and nearby garages on East Broad Street) and by RGRTA bus routes serving downtown Rochester.
The exam is 40 multiple-choice questions. Most people finish in 30-45 minutes. Budget an hour for check-in, exam, and any processing.
You must score 70% or higher (28 out of 40 questions correct) to pass the NY notary exam. Exam results are mailed to you in approximately 10 days. No score is provided on exam day - only pass or fail.

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