How to Become a Notary in Texas

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Minimum Age

Residency Required

Yes

Education Required

No

Exam Required

No

Background Check

Yes, must complete an authorized backround check

Bond Requirement

Yes

Commission Term

4 years

Journal Required

Yes

Stamp Requirement

Yes

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Steps to Become a Notary in Texas

  • Education: No training is required.
  • Exam: No exam is required.
  • Background Check: Yes, must complete an authorized backround check
  • Bond: Yes, a $10,000 bond is required
  • Applictation: Yes, application and a fee required
  • Order Supplies: Stamp Required

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Texas Secretary of State

Notary Public Section

The Texas Secretary of State appoints and commissions new applicants and renewing notaries public. “All records concerning the appointment and qualification of the notary public shall be kept in the office of the secretary of state” (Tex. Gov’t. Code Ann. §406.012).
  • Notary Public Unit Secretary of State
  • PO Box 13375
  • Agustin
  • Texas
  • 78711-3375
  • (512) 463-5705
  • notary@sos.texas.gov
Always Verify the Information with your State’s Official Notary Licensing Agency.

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