Notarial Bond & Oath of Office
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.
Important Liability Notice
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.
Strict Application Rules
- The name on your Notarial Bond must match exactly the name on your Notary Application.
- If your bond is not signed, it will not be considered valid and your application will be returned to you.
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 when issued by your surety company. If your bond did not include one, you can download a blank copy of the Oath of Office below.
Download Oath of Office FormFrequently Asked Questions
How can I obtain a bond?
Contact an insurance company that issues notarial bonds or search online for: “notary bonds”. The Utah Notary Office does not have any preferred or recommended companies.
What is the cost of a bond?
Most notary bonds cost approximately $50.
What if the bond asks for my commission date?
Utah notaries are required to obtain a bond before they are commissioned.
- If you are becoming a new notary: Put today’s date.
- If you are reapplying: Assuming your old commission has not expired, put the expiration date. Ensure your commission dates do not overlap.
Note: Bonds must be dated within 90 days of when your commission is officially approved.