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The Office of Notary Commissions and Authentications (ONCA) will be closed Monday, October 12, 2026 due to a federal holiday.
Notary and Document Authentication Services: 9 am to 1 pm, Monday - Friday, except holidays. 
Address: 899 North Capitol Street, NE, Suite 8100, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 727-3117

Services

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Official policy or position memos issued from the Mayor's Office.

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How to have documents authenticated for domestic and foreign use. ONCA does not Notarize documents.

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Information on how to get copies of building permits and architectural plans.

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Learn how to request a ceremonial document.
 

DC Embassy Row buildings and flags

Information on embassies in the District.

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DC partnerships with national capitals around the world.
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Information on accessing historical records at the DC Archives.

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Current Status of the US and DC flags

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Public Records Disposition Committee

The District of Columbia Records Disposition Committee reviews, revises, amends and approves all records retention schedules submitted for consideration by the Public Records Administrator.

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How to access data from the Library of Government Information.

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Information on Notary commissions to qualified individuals who seek to become a DC notary.

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Our hours are from 9 am-1 pm, Monday-Friday, except holidays.

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Overview

The Office of International Affairs is located within the Office of the Secretary of the District of Columbia and is the District government’s primary liaison with the diplomatic and international community for both substantive and ceremonial matters.

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How to access permanent and temporary records of the District government.

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Access DC Register publications online.

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Information on submitting a research request for Public Records.

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Map of notaries public in the District.