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Getting Started with the Online Filing Portal………………………………………………………………………………..……Page 3  \n2.  Online Payments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…Page 6  \n3.  Submitting a New Notary Application-Web Filed…………………………………………………………………………….. Page 9  \n4. Submitting a Notary Renewal Application-Web Filed…………………………………………………………………..…Page 14  \n5. Submitting a Notary Amendment-Web Filed…………………………………………………………………………………. Page 19  \n6. Preparing an Apostille/Certification Filing Online……………………………………………………………………………Page 22  \n7. Helpful Links & Contact Information……………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 25  \n1. Getting Started with the Online Filing Portal  \nBefore you can use our online filing portal, you’ll first need to create an account in our online portal.  \nImportant: If you had an account in the old system before January 25, 2024, you’ll still need to create a new account.  \nStep 1: Go to the Login Page  \n• Visit the online portal: [https://bcs.sos.arkansas.gov](https://bcs.sos.arkansas.gov)  \n• Click Login (top right corner) .  \nStep 2: Sign In or Create Your Account  \nIf you already have an account:  \n• Enter your Email and Password.  \n• Forgot your password? Click \"Forgot or Change Password\" and follow the instructions to reset it.(Note – When you receive the email to reset your password, you may see the login screen popup on the page. Simply close the popup by clicking the “X” in the top right corner of the page.)  \nIf you need to create an account:  \n• Click Create an account.  \n• Fill in all required fields.  \n• Create a password that meets the listed security requirements.  \nNote: Your password will expire every 90 days. You’ll receive an email reminder a week before it expires. At any time you may reset your password by clicking “Forgot or Change Password?”  \n(see image on next page)  \nStep 3: Complete Account Setup  \n• After filling in your information, click Create Account.  \n• You’ll be returned to the Login page. Sign in using your new credentials. If you run into any issues, contact our office: Phone: (501) 682-3409.  \n2. Online Payments  \nIMPORTANT NOTE: Payment methods that are saved in the cart cannot be edited. You may either add a new payment method, or delete a payment method that is currently saved in the cart.  \nThe web cart includes a payment wallet that allows you to add and save payment methods for future transactions.  \nYou may choose one of the following payment methods:  \n• Credit Card  \n• Debit Card  \n• ACH (Electronic Check)  \nTo add a new payment method:  \n1. Select Add Credit or Debit Card or Add ACH.  \n2. Enter the required payment information.  \n3. Select SAVE PAYMENT METHOD.  \nIMPORTANT NOTE:  \nPayment methods that are saved in the cart cannot be edited. You may either add a new payment method, or delete a payment method that is currently saved in the cart.  \nOnce successfully added, the payment method will appear as an available payment option in the web cart for future transactions.  \nStep 4: Complete Your Payment  \n1. Review the amount displayed in the web cart.  \n2. Select the payment method you wish to use.  \n3. Select Checkout.  \n4. If paying by ACH, complete the required ACH authorization.  \n5. Allow the payment to finish processing before closing your browser or navigating away from the page.  \nIMPORTANT PAYMENT PROCESSING INFORMATION:  \nAfter selecting Checkout, a Processing status will appear in the web cart.  \nDo not close your browser, click the Back button, or navigate away from the page while your payment is processing. Please remain on the page until payment processing has fully completed.  \nLeaving the page before payment processing is complete may interrupt the transaction and may affect the processing of your filing.  \nACH PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION  \nWhen paying by ACH, an ACH authorization agreement will be displayed before the payment can be processed.  \nReview th","cbCain3r4TQHr5q7","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCain3r4TQHr5q7","pdf",1953848,25,"English","# Getting Started with the Online Filing Portal\n## Create an account and sign in\n## Complete account setup\n# Online Payments\n## Add payment methods and choose a payment option\n## Complete checkout and ACH authorization\n# Submitting a New Notary Application-Web Filed\n## Find the form\n## Fill out the application and handle required fields\n## Troubleshooting form errors","[{\"question\":\"How do I create an account and sign in to the online filing portal?\",\"answer\":\"Go to the login page, then either enter your existing email and password or select Create an account and complete the required fields. 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