Applications for registration as an electronic notary public are now available through the Online Notary Portal. Notary Public Application and Renewal Instructions. 1.For any vital record applications, and notaries, no appointment is needed. You may reach our office at 919-731-1449. Applicants must take the oath of office found in the South Carolina Constitution, which is included in the notary public application (§26-1-40). Upon completion of this course with a passing exam grade of 80 percent, a person is eligible to make an application with N.C. Secretary of State's Office. APPLICATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT AS A NORTH CAROLINA NOTARY PUBLIC (Revised August 2009). Read the instructions completely before filling out this application. This form can be partially completed online. Complete the Application: You have two options for filling out your application.