We're excited to announce that new in-person and Zoom seminars have been added for September through December 2026 — which are officially live and ready for registration! Read more

We're excited to share that new in-person and Zoom seminars have been added to our schedule for May through August 2026. Choose a live in-person seminar at a location near you or register for a live Zoom seminar and attend online. Read more

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has issued an important reminder to all authorized agents regarding the proper handling and distribution of secure forms. As notaries and professionals who frequently work with vehicle-related documents, it's crucial to understand these require Read more

While technology has revolutionized document creation and exchange, it has also amplified risks many don't consider. Identity fraud schemes using AI-generated IDs and deepfake technology are becoming increasingly sophisticated. In this environment, notaries provide something pure automation cannot Read more

We regret to inform you that the notary seminars originally scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 11, in State College have been canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding as we work through this change. Read more

We have added notary and motor vehicle education seminars for the remainder of 2025. Whether you prefer the energy of a live, in-person seminar or the convenience of attending online via Zoom, we’ve got you covered with engaging, interactive learning experiences tailored to meet your needs. Read more

We're excited to share that our schedule of seminars for April through July is now available. Choose a live in-person seminar at a location near you or register for a live Zoom seminar and attend online. Read more

We are excited to announce that we have scheduled a variety of seminar options for January through March. You can now choose between live in-person and Zoom seminars, offering flexibility and convenience to fit your learning preferences. Read more

In the state of Pennsylvania, the terms "Notary Public" and "Notary Signing Agent" are often used interchangeably, but they refer to distinct roles with specific responsibilities. Understanding the differences between these two positions is crucial for both professionals in the field and individuals Read more

Join PAN for our upcoming free webinar, "Top Notary Questions," scheduled for Friday, March 1st, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the webinar, we will address the most common questions received by our Member Service Representatives in the past year. Following the presentation, there will be a question Read more

PAN has added live in-person seminars and live via Zoom seminars for the remainder of 2023 on our website. Read more

With the popularity of our Zoom notary seminars, we have added three more reappointment seminars. Read more

The City of Philadelphia Records Department has an improved email alert service available to all notaries public to help them determine if their signature and notary stamp were used fraudulently on a document recorded in the Department. Read more

A little more than a month ago, Pearson VUE gave notary applicants the opportunity to take the notary exam online via their OnVUE app. Read more

When a vehicle owner declares the purchase price of a vehicle was $1.00, most likely the vehicle owner will receive a letter from the PA Department of Revenue, Bureau of Enforcement Planning Analysis & Discovery Unit. Read more

PAN will be presenting our latest webinar “Notary Trivia” on Friday, August 26th. The webinar will be interactive, with participants testing their notary knowledge on a variety of topics. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer session. Read more

PAN's instructors will be hosting a webinar all about Remote Online Notarization (RON) on Friday, March 25th! We will be discussing RON and answering questions. Read more

Out of concern for the health and safety of our members and employees, PAN is canceling our remaining January 2022 seminars. Read more

All signing agents are notaries, but not all notaries are signing agents. A notary's duties stop at performing notarial acts. Read more

The Bureau of Election Services and Notaries took the following disciplinary actions against notaries public in April 2021. Read more