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Notary Bond

Notary Public Bond

All individuals applying for a commission as a notary public in Kentucky. Required when: Required as a prerequisite to obtaining a notary commission; the bond must be filed with the county clerk within 30 days of the applicant receiving their commission from the Secretary of State.

Overview

What it is.

All individuals applying for a commission as a notary public in Kentucky. Required when: Required as a prerequisite to obtaining a notary commission; the bond must be filed with the county clerk within 30 days of the applicant receiving their commission from the Secretary of State.

Who usually needs it

All individuals applying for a commission as a notary public in Kentucky.

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.

StateKY
Bond amount$1,000
Term length4 years
ObligeeKentucky Secretary of State
RenewalNotaries must reapply to the Secretary of State for a new commission within 60 days of their current commission's expiration, obtain a new $1,000 surety bond, and file it with the county clerk while taking a new oath of…
Bond classNotary Bond
CategoryGovernment
BondNotary Public Bond
Statutory referenceKRS 423.390
JurisdictionState
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