← Back to Bond types
Notary Bond

Notary Bond

Any individual applying for a commission as a notary public in North Dakota. Required when: Applying for a new or renewal notary public commission.

Overview

What it is.

Any individual applying for a commission as a notary public in North Dakota. Required when: Applying for a new or renewal notary public commission.

Who usually needs it

Any individual applying for a commission as a notary public in North Dakota.

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.
Start the application.

You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.

Details

Bond details.

StateND
Bond amount$7,500
Term length4 years
ObligeeNorth Dakota Secretary of State
RenewalTo renew, a notary must submit a new $7,500 surety bond (SFN 19355) along with a renewal application and the required fee through the Secretary of State's FirstStop Portal before the current commission expires.
Bond classNotary Bond
CategoryNotary
BondNotary Bond
Statutory referenceN.D.C.C. § 44-06.1-20(4)
JurisdictionState
More bonds
Next step

Ready to move forward?

Pin down whether this is your bond, then start the application. Ava can confirm the right state and license type if you are not sure.