Texas

 Notary Association of Texas, Inc. 

Offering a program for notaries since 1940, we have prided ourselves on having a fast and simple process for your required four-year notary public bond. We are committed to offering you all of the resources and materials you need to learn how to become a notary or renew your notary commission as a Texas notary public. Why pay more and receive less! Let us help you today with all your notarial needs. 

For FASTER approval, we electronically file your notary application with the Texas SOS. 

Licensed Texas Agent of Contractors Bonding and Insurance Company an RLI Company. Underwritten by Contractors Bonding and Insurance Company an RLI Company through Notary Association of Texas, Inc.

Important State of Texas Notary Links:
Change of Name Notary Bond Rider Form (PDF)
Change of Address/Request Duplicate Commission (PDF)
Avoid delays and scan your application for error proofing to checkmyapp@notarybonding.com.

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Legacy State Id: 
29
Order Form: 
PDF icon nsbai_texas_ls.pdf
Eligibility: 
Be 18 years of age or older.
Be a legal resident of the State of Texas.
You must disclose a finding of guilt for any crime (other than a class C Misdemeanor) from any jurisdiction regardless whether the case has been appealed. (A criminal conviction is NOT an automatic denial of notary commission.)
If you are a non-resident living in an adjoining state and have qualified as a Texas escrow agent, you are eligible for appointment as a Texas notary.
Provisions: 
Notary Term
4 Years.
Notary Bond
Required. A bond in the amount of $10,000 is required for new and renewing notaries public.
Errors & Omissions Insurance
Optional. Notary Association of Texas, Inc. strongly recommends that Texas notaries insure themselves against claims of negligence.
Notary Stamp/Notary Seal
Required. A embosser or rubber inked stamp.
Notary Public Recording Journal
Required. Texas notaries are required to maintain a notary record book or journal.
State Filing Fee
A $21 filing fee is required for new and renewal notary applications.
Education/Testing
Required.
Jurisdiction
Statewide.
Non-Residents
Not permitted.
Notary Commission Renewal
A notary public may apply 90 days before the commission expiration date by completing a renewal application form.
Application for Appointment as Texas Notary Public "BOX A"
Please be advised as of July 1, 2021 if you have checked "BOX A" on your Texas notary public application we CANNOT process it since it cannot be filed electronically. Please contact a service that can process non-electronically filed applications.
Texas Change of Address or Request Duplicate Commission
https://webservices.sos.state.tx.us/NOTARY/INDEX.ASPX
State of Texas Notary Website
http://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-public.shtml
State of Texas Phone Number
1-512-463-5705
State of Texas Mailing Address
Secretary of State, Notary Public Unit, P.O. Box 13375, Austin, TX 78711
Steps: 
Access the Texas Secretary of State Portal to apply or renew your notary commission.

Please click the below link to be directed to the Texas Secretary of State Portal. MANDATORY: Here you will be able to login or create a new account with the Texas Secretary of State. Once logged in you will be able to complete your mandatory notary education course first.

Applicants wishing to apply or renew their Texas notary commission must complete the education requirement before finalizing the application process. The system will prompt them to complete this requirement. A new option labeled "Notary Education" will appear on the left-hand selection bar.

Once applicants select the "Notary Education" section, they can choose "Traditional Notary Education" to begin the education requirement course. First-time applicants will need to provide basic identifying information to proceed.

The process includes a verification step where applicants must confirm their understanding of specific rules and requirements. After paying the required fee, they can watch the necessary training videos and complete the assessment. Applicants are allowed to watch the videos as many times as necessary, but they are limited to three attempts on the assessment within a three-month period.

Here are some key points to remember:

  • A passing score of 70% or higher is required.
  • The assessment must be completed within 30 minutes.
  • The Secretary of State has a $20.00 fee to take the mandatory education course. The fee is paid directly to the Texas Secretary of State with a credit card directly on their website.
  • If an applicant exits the assessment before submitting their answers, they will automatically fail and lose one attempt. They will then need to pay and restart the education requirement.

If a bonding company or agency submits an application for an applicant or renewing notary who has not completed the required notary education, the Texas Secretary of State system will reject the application. The rejection notice will inform the bonding company or agency that the applicant or notary has not successfully fulfilled the education requirement. Applicants will also be able to see their current notary education status under the Notary Education section.

 

Submit us proof of your completed/passed notary education course along with your notary application.

Online Ordering:

You will receive a confirmation email from the Texas Secretary of State informing you if you have passed or failed the education requirement. You must send us proof of your completed/passed notary education course.

Complete the notary application and send directly to us and select a new or renewal Texas notary bond package.

Fax: 800-637-5992
Email: applications@notarybonding.com
Mail: Notary Association of Texas, Inc., 1108 Lavaca Street, Suite 110-902, Austin, TX 78701

 Fax / Email / Mail Ordering:

You will receive a confirmation email from the Texas Secretary of State informing you if you have passed or failed the education requirement. You must send us proof of your completed/passed notary education course.

Complete the Texas new or renewal notary bond package order form and notary public application and send directly to us.

Fax: 800-637-5992
Email: applications@notarybonding.com
Mail: Notary Association of Texas, Inc., 1108 Lavaca Street, Suite 110-902, Austin, TX 78701

 

Our service will upload your notary application information to the Texas Secretary of State's office electronically.

Once the Texas Secretary of State's Office receives your notary application information from us, the Texas Secretary of State will email you directly to log back into your account to electronically sign your notary application. Follow the instructions given to you by the Texas Secretary of State’s email to electronically sign your notary application form.

 

Once you electronically sign your notary application with the Texas Secretary of State they will email your notary public certificate directly to you once approved.

Our service will also be notified by the Texas Secretary of State of your signed and approved notary application form. Now that you are approved we will immediately order your new official notary stamp.

State Bond Terms: 
4 Year Term / $10,000 Bond
State Stamp / Seal Requirements: 
Ink Stamp or Embossing Seal Required.
Public Records URL: 
http://www.peoplesmart.com/county-records/public-texas
State Mailing Address: 

1108 Lavaca St.
Suite 110-902
Austin, TX 78701

State Store Name: 
Notary Association of Texas, Inc.
Allow Faxed Applications: 
Allowed
H1 Override: 
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