Notary & Apostille

Notary & Apostille

Interested in becoming a Notary?

A notary public of the State of New Mexico serves as an impartial witness to the signatures on documents and the affixing of a notarial seal plays an important role in the prevention of fraud and protection of the parties involved. The Notary Commissions section of our website provides information on:

  • Becoming a Notary or Remote Online Notary (RON)
  • Renewing a Notary Commission
  • Searching for a Notary
  • Notary Legal and Training Resources

Need information about Apostilles or Authentications?

The Office of the Secretary of State is the only office in New Mexico authorized to issue a certification, or apostille, for a notarized document going to a foreign country. This office also issues certifications and apostilles for other public documents issued by government agencies, including those issued by County Clerks and the New Mexico State Registrar of Vital Records. Learn more on the Apostille / Authentications section of our website.

Upcoming Statewide Elections

2026 Primary Election: Tuesday, June 2, 2026

2026 General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Quick Contact Information


Mailing & Physical Address
New Mexico Capitol Annex North
325 Don Gaspar, Suite 300
Santa Fe, NM 87501

Hours of Operation
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday

Toll Free : 1-800-477-3632

Business Services Division
Phone: 505-827-3600 (Option 1)
Fax: 505-827-3611
Email: Business.Services@sos.nm.gov

Bureau of Elections
Phone: 505-827-3600 (Option 2)
Email: Elections@sos.nm.gov

Ethics Division
Phone: 505-827-3600 (Option 2)
Email: Sos.ethics@sos.nm.gov

Receptionist
Phone: 505-827-3600 (Option 3)

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