Notarial Bond

To qualify for a notary commission, a four-year notarial bond of $5,000 is required. The bond must be executed by a company authorized to write surety bonds. The bond must also be signed by the notary in order to be considered valid.

Important:

A notary bond is not insurance for the notary, but protection for the public. A notary must repay the surety any funds the surety company pays out on the notary’s behalf.

Please note: 

• The name on your Notarial Bond must match the name on your Notary Application exactly. 
• If your bond is not signed, it will not be considered valid and your application will be returned to you.

FAQ’s:

How can I obtain a bond?
Contact an insurance company that issues notarial bonds or search online for: “notary bonds”

Bond Fees
Most notary bonds cost $50.

Commission Date
The date on your bond will be the date on your commission. If you are reapplying, make sure your commission dates do not overlap.

Oath of Office

The Oath of Office must be notarized prior to submitting your documents to the Lieutenant Governor’s office, otherwise your application will be rejected.

The Oath of Office typically accompanies your bond. You can also find a copy of the Oath of Office here.