A Louisiana Notary Bond is a $10,000 financial guarantee required for anyone who wants to become a notary public in Louisiana. It protects the public from financial losses if the notary makes mistakes or acts improperly when notarizing documents. For example, if a notary incorrectly witnesses a signature and someone l…
Overview
What it is.
A Louisiana Notary Bond is a $10,000 financial guarantee required for anyone who wants to become a notary public in Louisiana. It protects the public from financial losses if the notary makes mistakes or acts improperly when notarizing documents. For example, if a notary incorrectly witnesses a signature and someone l…
Who usually needs it
Non-attorney notaries public commissioned in Louisiana, including both regular commissioned notaries and ex-officio notaries, must obtain this $50,000 surety bond as part of their commission requirements. The bond is required for new notary applicants seeking initial commission and current notaries renewing their commissions every five years. Licensed attor…
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.
StateLABond amount$10,000ObligeeState of LouisianaBond classNotary BondCategoryProfessional ServicesBondLouisiana Notary BondJurisdictionStatePlain descriptionA Louisiana Notary Bond is a $10,000 financial guarantee required for anyone who wants to become a notary public in Louisiana. It protects the public from financial losses if the notary makes mistakes or acts improperly…Who needs this bondNon-attorney notaries public commissioned in Louisiana, including both regular commissioned notaries and ex-officio notaries, must obtain this $50,000 surety bond as part of their commission requirements. The bond is re…