A Florida Notary Public Bond is a $7,500 guarantee required for anyone who wants to become a notary public in Florida. This bond protects the public if a notary makes a mistake or acts improperly while notarizing documents. If someone is financially harmed by a notary's errors or misconduct, they can file a claim agai…
Overview
What it is.
A Florida Notary Public Bond is a $7,500 guarantee required for anyone who wants to become a notary public in Florida. This bond protects the public if a notary makes a mistake or acts improperly while notarizing documents. If someone is financially harmed by a notary's errors or misconduct, they can file a claim agai…
Who usually needs it
All individuals seeking a notary public commission in Florida must obtain this bond, including new notary applicants and notaries renewing their commissions. Remote online notaries must obtain a higher $25,000 bond. The bond is mandatory to become commissioned as a notary public in Florida and must be maintained throughout the entire 4-year commission term.
Pricing & timing
What to expect.
Generic pricing
Notary bonds protect the public from notary errors or misconduct. Typical Pricing:. • Notary bonds: Typically very affordable — often under $100 per term. • No credit check: Required in most states. • Instant approval: Available for most notary bonds. Bond amounts and terms vary by state. Most states require a notary bond before commissioning. This is one of the most affordable bond types available.
Typical timeframe
Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting
Application
What to do next.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StateFLBond amount$7,500ObligeeState of FloridaBond classNotary BondCategoryNotaryBondFlorida Notary Public BondJurisdictionStatePlain descriptionA Florida Notary Public Bond is a $7,500 guarantee required for anyone who wants to become a notary public in Florida. This bond protects the public if a notary makes a mistake or acts improperly while notarizing docume…Who needs this bondAll individuals seeking a notary public commission in Florida must obtain this bond, including new notary applicants and notaries renewing their commissions. Remote online notaries must obtain a higher $25,000 bond. The…