Simpler, smarter, safer. On this ______ day of ______, 20____, I certify that the (preceding) (following).It typically requires your full name, address, date of birth, contact details, and residency duration. You can find the application to become a notary public online. To complete the application you will need to provide a current resume. Besides entering your personal information, you will need a credit card or electronic check information to submit your application. The Middlesex County Clerk's Office stands ready to assist with recordation of real property ownership and transfer, and in retrieval of information. This article and video will show Notaries to fill out each part of a notarial certificate, and common mistakes to avoid. There are more than 100,000 notaries public in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.