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Notary Bond

Notarial Bond

All individuals applying for a notary public commission or remote notary certification in Utah. Required when: The bond must be filed with the Lieutenant Governor as a prerequisite for a notarial commission to become effective.

Overview

What it is.

All individuals applying for a notary public commission or remote notary certification in Utah. Required when: The bond must be filed with the Lieutenant Governor as a prerequisite for a notarial commission to become effective.

Who usually needs it

All individuals applying for a notary public commission or remote notary certification in Utah.

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.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateUT
Bond amount$5,000
Term length4 years
ObligeeUtah Lieutenant Governor
RenewalNotaries must obtain and file a new surety bond every four years when applying for recommissioning.
Bond classNotary Bond
CategoryNotary
BondNotarial Bond
Statutory referenceUtah Code § 46-1-4
JurisdictionState
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