Texas Notary Bonds
Texas traditional notary applicants generally need a $10,000 surety bond as part of the commissioning process. Lavon Insurance makes it easy to purchase your bond online.
Choose the bond-only option or add $25,000 of Errors & Omissions coverage for additional protection for you as the notary.
Texas Notary Bond Options
Both options include the $10,000 Texas notary surety bond. Choose the level of protection that fits your needs.
$10,000 Texas Notary Bond
- $10,000 Texas notary surety bond
- Designed to satisfy the Texas bond requirement
- Online application
- No E&O coverage included
$10,000 Notary Bond + $25,000 E&O
- $10,000 Texas notary surety bond
- $25,000 Errors & Omissions insurance
- Additional protection for you as the notary
- Online application
What Is a Texas Notary Bond?
A Texas notary surety bond is a financial guarantee associated with a notary public’s official duties.
Texas requires a traditional notary public to obtain a $10,000 surety bond from an authorized surety company as part of the commissioning process.
The bond is designed to provide financial protection to members of the public who may suffer a covered financial loss because of a notary’s failure to properly perform official duties.
Why Does Texas Require a Notary Bond?
A notary public holds a position of public trust.
The bond provides financial protection for the public if a person is harmed by certain improper acts or failures by a notary public.
The bond does not primarily protect the notary. If a surety pays a valid claim, the notary may still be responsible for repayment or other liability depending on the circumstances.
Notary Bond vs. Errors & Omissions Insurance
$10,000 Notary Surety Bond
Primarily protects the public. The bond provides a financial guarantee associated with the notary’s performance of official duties.
$25,000 E&O Insurance
Designed to protect the notary. Errors & Omissions coverage can provide protection for qualifying claims involving mistakes or alleged negligence, subject to the policy terms.
Recommended Steps to Become a Texas Notary Public
Follow the Texas Secretary of State’s current application process.
Confirm Eligibility
Review the Texas Secretary of State eligibility requirements before beginning the application.
Complete Required Education
Complete the Texas Secretary of State’s required notary education through the SOS Notary Portal.
Review the Application Instructions
Read the current traditional notary application instructions before submitting your application.
Purchase Your $10,000 Bond
Obtain proof of the required $10,000 Texas notary surety bond from an authorized bonding company.
Submit Your SOSPortal Application
Submit the required information and bond documentation through the Texas Secretary of State’s Notary Portal.
Complete Your Commission
After approval, download your commission and execute the oath of office in the presence of another notary or authorized official before performing notarial acts.
Obtain Your Seal & Record Book
Obtain a compliant Texas notary seal or stamp and maintain the required notary record book for your notarizations.
Get Your Texas Notary Bond Online
Choose the protection you want and begin your bond application online.
Choose Your Option
Select the $50 bond-only option or the recommended bond + $25,000 E&O package.
Apply Online
Complete the online application with the information requested by the surety.
Continue Your Commission Process
Use the required bond documentation as part of your Texas notary application process.
Texas Notary Bond FAQs
How much notary bond does Texas require?
How much is the $10,000 notary bond from Lavon Insurance?
Does the $10,000 bond protect me as the notary?
What is notary Errors & Omissions insurance?
Which option does Lavon Insurance recommend?
Do I have to complete notary education in Texas?
Where do I apply to become a Texas notary?
Do I need a notary stamp and record book?
Choose Your Notary Bond Protection
Get the $10,000 Texas notary bond you need, or choose our recommended option with $25,000 of Errors & Omissions coverage for additional protection.
Bond and insurance availability, terms, conditions, exclusions and eligibility are subject to the applicable surety or insurance company requirements.