State of West Virginia Official Notary Seal Requirements
The size must be a rectangle no larger than 1 inch high by 2 1/2 inches wide.
The seal must have a border.
Most notary stamp seals have the West Virginia State Seal on the left, however, this is optional.
Every seal must contain:
- The words 'Official Seal'
- The words 'Notary Public'
- The words 'State of West Virginia'
- Your name, address and commission expiration date.
- Business Name (if a business address is used)
When you order, send a photocopy of your commission letter, which will include the exact information which is to be included on the seal, and the order form specifications from this office.
The name and address must be exactly as you were commissioned, and you must sign all notarizations with that name.
Seals are available in plain and self-inking types. The color of the ink is optional.
The embossed seal is permitted by West Virginia law, but not required. Also, it is not acceptable as a substitute for a rubber stamp seal. If you want to use an embossed seal in addition to the rubber stamp seal, you may have one made.