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Notary Bond

Notary Public Bond

All individuals applying for a notary public commission in the District of Columbia, including residential, business, and federal government notaries. Required when: Required as a prerequisite to receiving a notary public commission or renewing an existing commission. Exemptions: Notaries public who are commissioned o…

Overview

What it is.

All individuals applying for a notary public commission in the District of Columbia, including residential, business, and federal government notaries. Required when: Required as a prerequisite to receiving a notary public commission or renewing an existing commission. Exemptions: Notaries public who are commissioned o…

Who usually needs it

All individuals applying for a notary public commission in the District of Columbia, including residential, business, and federal government notaries.

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.

StateDC
Bond amount$2,000
Term length5 years
ObligeeOffice of the Secretary of the District of Columbia, Office of Notary Commissions and Authentications
RenewalTo renew, a notary must submit a new application, a letter of request, and a $75 fee, and then obtain a new $2,000 surety bond for the subsequent 5-year term after receiving an Appointment Notice.
Bond classNotary Bond
CategoryGovernment
BondNotary Public Bond
Statutory referenceD.C. Code § 1-1231.19
JurisdictionState
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