Buffalo notary exam dates & location
The Buffalo notary exam is held at Ellicott Square Building, 295 Main Street, Room 845, Buffalo, NY 14203. It is walk-in — no registration or appointment, first-come, first-served; arrive at least 15 minutes early. The $15 fee is paid at the site by check or money order payable to the Department of State, or MasterCard/Visa (no cash); the next exam date here is October 6, 2026.
Last verified against NY DOS: September 26, 2026
The Buffalo site is in Room 845 of the historic Ellicott Square Building on Main Street, right downtown. Three session times run per exam day: 9:00, 10:30, and 12:30.
Source: NY DOS Notary Public Written Examination Information and Schedule, July–December 2026 (walk-in sites). Past dates grey out automatically.
- ✓ Government-issued photo ID
- ✓ $15 exam fee — check or money order payable to Department of State (or MasterCard/Visa; no cash)
- ✓ Arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time — walk-in, first-come, first-served; late arrivals are not admitted
Buffalo exam — common questions
Do I need to register for the notary exam in Buffalo?
No. The 12 exam sites outside New York City are walk-in — no registration, no pre-registration and no appointment; seating is first-come, first-served. (New York City is appointment-only from September 1, 2026.) Arrive at least 15 minutes before the session starts; late arrivals are not admitted.
What should I bring to the Buffalo notary exam?
Bring government-issued photo ID and the $15 exam fee (check or money order payable to the Department of State, or MasterCard/Visa — cash is not accepted). Phones must be off during the exam.
What score do I need to pass?
You need 70% on a multiple-choice exam covering New York notary law. Results are pass/fail only and arrive by mail from the Department of State, typically within a few weeks; a passing notice is valid for 2 years.
Where exactly is the Buffalo exam held?
Ellicott Square Building 295 Main Street, Room 845 Buffalo, NY 14203
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