Meet the requirements. Make sure you meet all of the state's requirements (see below).The 3 hour Pennsylvania State-Approved notary public training course for all new notary applicants and renewing notaries. To become a notary in Virginia, you must be a Virginia resident, complete a notary application and pay the state filing fee. The 3 hour Pennsylvania State-Approved notary public training course for all new notary applicants and renewing notaries. 1. Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements to become a notary in Virginia (see below). 2. Complete and print the Virginia Notary Application. 1. Be sure you meet Pennsylvania requirements. Eligibility Requirements in Virginia. Age and Residency Criteria ; Application Process.